PAM 2100

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PAM 2100
Introduction to Statistics

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2014-2015.

The course introduces students to standard methods of describing and analyzing data, probability theory, statistical inference, and ordinary least squares. Students will learn to describe data with summary tables and charts, understand and apply probability theory to data, understand sampling distributions, conduct hypothesis tests, estimate regressions, and interpret statistical findings. Students will also learn to use the basics of Excel to analyze data.

When Offered Spring.

Permission Note Enrollment limited to: Human Ecology students.

Outcomes
  • Describe large datasets using summary statistics including both central tendencies and spread.
  • Use probability theory to evaluate the expected value of future events.
  • Use inferential statistics tools to conduct hypothesis tests about proportions, means, and multiple means.
  • Estimate basic regressions using both bivariate and multivariate ordinary least squares.
  • Write an original research paper using a difference-in-difference estimator.
  • Use Excel to conduct basic statistical, data, and graphical analysis.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 13676 PAM 2100   LEC 001

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  • 13677 PAM 2100   DIS 201

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  • 13678 PAM 2100   DIS 202

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  • 13679 PAM 2100   DIS 203

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  • 13680 PAM 2100   DIS 204

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  • 13681 PAM 2100   DIS 205

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  • 13682 PAM 2100   DIS 206

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