This subject provides an introduction to the fundamental research and analytical skills required to answer questions posed by practitioners and scientists within the equine and veterinary technology industries. Students will examine the principles of experimental design which ensure that research conducted is well planned and able to provide useful and reliable results. Students will develop expertise in the correct formulation of hypotheses that are fundamental to statistical testing along with the requirements for data collection, collation and preparation for analysis. A range of appropriate descriptive and analytical statistical methods will be covered, along with an introduction to quantitative animal-based epidemiology to assess and analyse problems in animal populations. On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to develop a well-designed study, apply appropriate statistical analysis and appraise the conclusions with respect to the statistical outcomes for a range of industry-based problems.
HD/FL
One session
School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation) or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
Other students with permission of their Course Director and the Subject Coordinator.
Not available to students who have successfully completed ASC114.
Basic numeracy skills.
ASC114 ASC214 replaces ASC114
ASC114
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.