Course to take before Computing for Data Analysis

Hoping for some help ! Thanks in advance.

I have completed ISYE6501 and MGT 6201. The starting two courses. Next one would be Computing for Data analysis, but that is pretty code heavy, and I am pretty busy right now with 40 hour work week, a baby and my side project that’s like 20 hours or so around per week.

I wanted to take some light courses that I can still take to continue progress for completion towards the degree.

1. can I take any of the advance core courses before that core course? Any suggestions on easy ones to knock out?

2. can I replace this course with an easier one that’s not that code heavy? Or has more take home work compared to exams. I can do an assignments, but don’t have the time to study for 1-2 week straight for exams.

Appreciate the help !