Statistical Consulting Practicum II

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Statistical consulting experience including client meetings, development of recommendation reports, and discussion of consulting solutions. STAT 581 Statistical Consulting Practicum II (1 per semester/maximum of 2) This course serves as a continuation of STAT 580 , which provides actual practical experience as a statistical consultant. In STAT 581 , each student will hold a consulting session biweekly (by appointment) with a researcher to discuss the statistical design, analysis and computation aspects required for the client's project. Written reports are required for each project and reviewed for appropriateness and accuracy by a supervising faculty member. In addition, a weekly seminar is utilized to discuss selected projects and non-standard applications of statistical methodology. This course will be offered in the spring and summer, with an anticipated enrollment of 15-20 students per semester.