SSS013 Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences (2)

This subject will review foundation skills in mathematics and statistics such as calculator skills, basic algebra, descriptive statistics, tables and graphs, sigma notation, and the normal distribution. The subject is particularly relevant to those students studying Foundations of Psychology 1 (PSY101) and Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology (PSY201).

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2020.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

SY/US

Duration

One session

School

Division of Student Services

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • use a calculator confidently and correctly;
  • calculate mathematical formula correctly;
  • understand and apply basic methods used in descriptive statistics;
  • understand and produce statistical graphs;
  • use and understand the standard normal table;
  • utilise services available at Charles Sturt University; and
  • develop support networks.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

The subject will cover the following topics:

*Order of operations (2 hours)
*Signed numbers (1 hour)
*Algebra (2 hours)
*Graphing Techniques (2.5 hours)
*Descriptive Statistics (2.5 hours)
*Normal Distribution (3 hours)

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of SSS013 in Term 1 2019. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Multiple choice test
0
2
Written assignment
0

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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