Statistical Consulting

Catalog description

This course covers interpersonal, written, and oral communication and interdisciplinary exposure as well as opportunities to apply statistical knowledge in a broad variety of situations. Students take part in consultations (i.e. extracting information, listening, asking appropriate questions), apply knowledge in experimental design, data modeling, use of statistical software, and/or sampling; diagnose and conduct appropriate statistical procedures and interpret and communicate results. Reading past and present literature on statistical consulting is also required. Repeatable for credit - maximum three. Prerequisites: grade of "C" or better in STAT 445 or STAT 446 ; consent of the Statistical Consulting Center director. Consent of instructor. Pass/Fail grading. Offered Occasionally.