STAT 200
Introduction to Statistics
- Catalog Entry
STAT 200. Introduction to Statistics
Three hours lecture (3).
Introduction to statistical methods; descriptive statistics, normal distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression. Will not satisfy requirements for a major in mathematics. Students who have received credit for any of Stat 205, 208, or 211 may not receive credit for Stat 200. General Education Credit - Mathematical Sciences.
- Detailed Description of Content of Course
The following topics in probability and statistics will be covered:
a)Graphical methods of displaying data
b) Descriptive statistics
c) Binomial and other discrete distributions
d) Normal and other continuous distributions
e) Point and interval estimation
f) Hypothesis tests based on one and two samples
g) Simple linear regression and correlation
i) Applications to health-related fields, business, social science, and daily life
j) Contingency tables (time permitting)
- Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
Most instructors will use the lecture method. Some may require students to work together in small groups. In all sections, students will be asked to work problems assigned as homework. Scientific calculators and/or computer software will be used. This course requires a TI-83, TI-83+, or TI-84+ calculator.
- Goals and Objective of the Course
To develop the skills and techniques for students to be able to analyze data using standard statistical methods.
- Assessment Measures
Graded tasks may include tests, quizzes, homework exercises, computer assignments, class participation and attendance.
- Other Course Information
This course fulfills general education requirements in Mathematical Sciences.
- Review and Approval
DATE ACTION APPROVED BY
Sept. 2001 Review Stephen Corwin, Chair |