Designed for life sciences students who wish to understand and apply commonly used advanced statistical methods which they are likely to encounter in their career. The emphasis is on the appropriate application of these research methods and the correct interpretation of their results. Topics covered are: multiple linear regression, logistic regression, model building strategies, survival analysis, and non-parametric methods. Computer software used: SPSS. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): STAT 244, 245; or equivalent. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of NURS 818, CHEP 805, and PUBH 805.
Designed for life sciences students who wish to understand and apply commonly used advanced statistical methods which they are likely to encounter in their career. The emphasis is on the appropriate application of these research methods and the correct interpretation of their results. Topics covered are: multiple linear regression, logistic regression, model building strategies, survival analysis, and non-parametric methods. Computer software used: SPSS. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): STAT 244, 245; or equivalent. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of NURS 818, CHEP 805, and PUBH 805.