STAT * 2250 – Biostatistics and the Life Sciences W (3-2) [0.50]

This course in biostatistical methods will emphasize the design of research projects, data gathering, analysis and the interpretation of results. Statistical concepts underlying practical aspects of biological research will be acquired while working through the process of scientific enquiry. Weekly computer laboratory sessions will focus on practical data visualization and statistical analysis using computer statistical packages. Simple parametric and nonparametric methods are reviewed, followed by more advanced topics that will include some or all of the following: two factor ANOVA and multiple regression, and introductions to discriminant analysis, cluster analysis, principal components analysis, logistic regression, and resampling methods. (Also listed as BIOL*2250.) Departments of Mathematics and Statistics and Zoology.





Posted By : Megan
Posted On : June 5, 2019

Is the textbook recommended by the student? No
Did the student enjoy the professor? Yes
Professor : N. Mohammad

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I couldn\'t find STAT 2230 but I figure other people are probably looking for it too so ill put it here. Would completely recommend taking 2230 instead of 2040 (especially if you are applying to OVC) it is sooooo much easier and you don\'t have to learn as much. Assignments are easy as long as you go to the labs. The 2 professors that taught this course were both willing to help and had good notes. I don\'t think there is a textbook but if there is you don\'t need it, they post tons of practice questions on courselink.
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Posted By : Anonymous
Posted On : March 19, 2011

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Much easier than 2040, so it was an easy break. Not very enthused with the profs, but it wasn't a hard course so it didn't really matter. Difficult sometime to stay awake in class, because there is a fair bit of review of the easier concepts from 2040. Assignments started out short and easy, but they got longer and longer and required a lot of work to finish later on. Midterm and exam were fairly easy, and I would recommend this if you're required to take an extra math or stats course.
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Posted By : Anonymous
Posted On : January 12, 2011

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Such a good class. Not only did I learn a lot from this class, it's very interesting! WARNING: the labs ARE REALLY LONG. But if you do them yourself they enhance your learning and you will earn a good grade.
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