SCI 175 - Methods of Applied Statistics

A unique interdisciplinary, project-oriented course in which students conduct experiments, perform statistical analyses and produce lab reports. Researching and using lab experiments from the life and physical sciences, students will analyze results while learning and using descriptive statistics, probability density functions, parametric and non-parametric statistical tests and linear correlation and regression. Hypothesis testing and basic experimental design are emphasized throughout the course. This course is for students with no previous background in statistics who are planning careers in science, education, business or the social and behavioral sciences. 3 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory

Prerequisite(s): MAT 100 or MAT 120 with a grade of C or better or by placement exam above MAT 100, and placement above or successful completion of ENG 060
General Education Elective(s): Science
Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy; Written Communication

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