STATS 7061 - Statistical Analysis
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code STATS 7061 Course Statistical Analysis Coordinating Unit Statistics Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact 1 week intensive - a minimum of 36 hours Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites C&ENVENG 7043 Assumed Knowledge elementary statistics (mean, variance, histogram) Assessment coursework 50%, formal written exam 50% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Andrew Metcalfe
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the course should:
1. understand the concept of a frequency distribution for sample data, and be able to summarise the distribution by diagrams and statistics,
2. understand the principles of probability and the concept of probability distributions,
3. become familiar with binomial, Poisson, normal and log-normal probability distributions,
4. understand linear combinations of random variables and the Central Limit Theorem,
5. understand the concepts of confidence intervals and hypothesis tests,
6. be able to make statistical comparisons of means (paired and unpaired samples), proportions and variances,
7. understand the concepts of ANOVA and be familiar with one-way, two-way, and two-way with interaction ANOVA,
8. understand correlation and regression, and be able to make predictions and understand their limitations,
9. understand the concept of sample preparation error within a geostatistical sampling context.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. all An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. all A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. all A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. all -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
Course notes: Statistical Analysis by P.A. Dowd.Recommended Resources
1. Statistics and Data Analysis in Geology (3e), J.C. Davis, Wiley 2002
2. Geostatistics for Natural Resources, P. Goovaerts, Oxford 1997
3. Geostatistics for Evironmental Scientists, R. Webster, M.A. Oliver, Wiliey 2007
4. Statistical Methods for Engineers, G.G. Vining, S. Kowalski, Duxbury 2010
5. Probability and Statistics for Engineering and the Sciences (8e), J. Devore, Thomson
6. The R Book, M.J. Crawley, Wiley 2007Online Learning
The lectures are given over a single week and it is essential to follow these up through MyUni. The MyUni site includes: lecture slide shows; reordings of the lectures; assignments; data; past examination papers; and a discussion board. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course is taught over five days through a programme of lectures interspersed with tutorial exercises. Six written assignments are distributed at the end of the week and provide opportunities for students to gauge their progress and understanding. The submitted solutions to the assignments form part of the assessment. There is also a written examination.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Activity Quantity Workload hours Lectures 26 78 Tutorial exercises 10 10 Assignments 6 68 Total 156 Learning Activities Summary
Lectures (L) and tutorial exercises (T)
L1 Variables and data summaries
L2 Measures of location
L3 Measures of dispersion
T1 Histograms
L4 Populations and probability
L5 Binomial and Poisson distributions
L6 Gaussian (normal) distribution
T2 Normal distribution
L7 Log-normal distribution
L8 Three parameter log-normal distribution
L9 Relationships between normal and log-normal distributions
T3 Log-normal distribution
L10 Estimation and confidence intervals
L11 Hypothesis testing
L12 Chi-square distribution
T4 Chi-square distribution
L13 Student's t-distribution
T5 t-distribution
L14 F-distribution
T6 F-distribution
L15 One way ANOVA
L16 Two way ANOVA
T7 ANOVA
L17 Interaction
L18 Correlation and regression
T8 Correlation
L19 Regression
L20 Multivariate distributions
L21 Bivariate normal distribution
L22 Regression in the bivariate normal distribution
T9 Regression
L23 Maximum likelihood estimation
L24 Bayesian analysis
L25 Sampling errors for particulates and Gy's formula
T10 Gy's formula
L26 SummarySmall Group Discovery Experience
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Component Weighting Objectives assessed Assignments 50% all Examination 50% all Assessment Related Requirements
An aggregate mark of at least 50% is required for a pass.Assessment Detail
Assessment item Distributed Due date Weighting Assignment 1 27 February 27 March 9% Assignment 2 27 February 27 March 8% Assignment 3 27 February 27 March 8% Assignment 4 27 february 27 March 8% Assignment 5 27 February 27 March 8% Assignment 6 27 February 10 April 9% Submission
1. Assignments can either be posted to:
Andrew Metcalfe
School of Mathematical Sciences
University of Adelaide
SA 5005
or sent as a pdf, or equivalent, document to:
andrew.metcalfe@adelaide.edu.au
2. A School of Mathematical Sciences cover sheet should be attached to your assignments.
3. Assignments may be submitted at any time before the due date.
4. Assignments will be marked and feedback given within one week of submission.
5. If you need extensions beyond the due date, please make a request before the due date.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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