Enrolment Restriction: Students who have completed QBM117, QBM217 or STA109 may not enrol in STA201. This is because a significant component of material covered in STA201 is similar to material they have already studied in these other subjects.
This subject provides a foundation in the basic practice of statistics, ie explaining variability. The orientation is towards the sciences covering both experimental and observational data. The emphasis is on understanding statistical concepts and applying acquired skills to data interpretation by the use of modern software packages. The modern approach to the teaching of statistics is used including group work, use of local data and small projects.
This information is for currently enrolled students, and students wishing to re-enrol. Please consult the online course brochures for prospective students looking to enrol in 2008.