Students are introduced to the concepts and methods of statistics, including variability, randomness, and probability. A statistical software program is used to facilitate the analysis of data sets and the understanding of statistical concepts, and to carry out simulation of experiments. Many jobs or professions require that objective decisions be made based on statistical data; students are taught how to collect, analyze, and interpret data correctly. Students are also shown how to clearly and accurately present data to others. Prerequisites: Although this course does not involve complex mathematics, Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, MATH 0523 or equivalent skills as established by the math placement test. Students lacking the required mathematical background are advised to take a preparatory course before attempting this course. Basic computer literacy. Note: Students cannot receive credit for more than one of STAT 1019 - Introduction to Statistics, PSYC 2101, BIOL 3000, BUEC 2320, ECON 2320, PSYC 2100, SOCI 2710, SOCI 3559, STAT 2019, STAT 2039, PSYC 2019, STAT 1200, STAT 1200, STAT 2000, STAT 1209.
Students are introduced to the concepts and methods of statistics, including variability, randomness, and probability. A statistical software program is used to facilitate the analysis of data sets and the understanding of statistical concepts, and to carry out simulation of experiments. Many jobs or professions require that objective decisions be made based on statistical data; students are taught how to collect, analyze, and interpret data correctly. Students are also shown how to clearly and accurately present data to others. Prerequisites: Although this course does not involve complex mathematics, Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, MATH 0523 or equivalent skills as established by the math placement test. Students lacking the required mathematical background are advised to take a preparatory course before attempting this course. Basic computer literacy. Note: Students cannot receive credit for more than one of STAT 1019 - Introduction to Statistics, PSYC 2101, BIOL 3000, BUEC 2320, ECON 2320, PSYC 2100, SOCI 2710, SOCI 3559, STAT 2019, STAT 2039, PSYC 2019, STAT 1200, STAT 1200, STAT 2000, STAT 1209.
