Stat 480 syllabus

Statistical Practicum (W)

Bulletin Description Relates to the student's classroom studies with actual

statistical problems encountered in practice. Working with the departmental

statistical consultant, the student will participate in providing statistical assistance

to research faculty in applied fields.

Prerequisites C or better in EH 102 or EH 105 and approval of department

chair. Computer Lab fee.

Text The Human Side of Statistical Consulting, by R. Boen, Lifetime Learning Publication.

Coverage Material to be selected by the instructor.

Learning Objectives The purpose of this course is to provide students

practical experience in the art of statistical consulting. They will have an

opportunity to act and interact as statistical consultants (under the supervision of

the course instructor) to research faculty in applied fields. This allows students to

apply statistical knowledge and tools in solving the real world problems.

Last Updated February 18, 2014