STSCI 3200

Biological Statistics II

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2014-2015 Catalog.

Applies linear statistical methods to quantitative problems addressed in biological and environmental research. Methods include linear regression, inference, model assumption evaluation, the likelihood approach, matrix formulation, generalized linear models, single-factor and multifactor analysis of variance (ANOVA), and a brief foray into nonlinear modeling. Carries out applied analysis in a statistical computing environment.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: BTRY 3010 or BTRY 6010.

Forbidden Overlaps Forbidden Overlap: Students will receive credit for only one course in the following group: BTRY 3020/NTRES 4130/STSCI 3200, ENTOM 3030.

Outcomes

• Students will be able to design a statistical experiment using randomization techniques.
• Students will be able to analyze multivariate linear and nonlinear data that include quantitative and qualitative variables.
• Students will be able to apply generalized linear model, generalized additive models, and mixed effects models to appropriately collected data.
• Students will be able to formulate and evaluate parametric and nonparametric methods for determining model uncertainty.
• Students will be able to employ matrix methods to effectively design and implement linear models.
• Students will be able to assess the quality of a statistical analysis.

Distribution Category (MQR)

When Offered Spring.

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