/STA 502. Statistical Programming

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Introduction to the use of computers to process and analyze data. Techniques and strategies for managing, manipulating, and analyzing data are discussed. Emphasis is on the use of the SAS system. Statistical computing topics, such as random number generation, randomization tests, and Monte Carlo simulation, will be used to illustrate these programming ideas. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ISA 391 or ISA/ STA 333 or STA 363 or STA 463/STA 563 or STA 672 ; or STA graduate standing.