Natural Science 0265 - Statistics

Spring
2017
1
4.00
Brian Schultz
01:00PM-02:20PM M;01:00PM-02:20PM W
Hampshire College
322627
Cole Science Center 3-OPEN;Cole Science Center 3-OPEN
bsNS@hampshire.edu
This course develops skills for designing experiments and analyzing data using standard statistical methods. Work will include the use of some common computer packages, mainly Excel or Open Office, Minitab and R. We will use a standard textbook and also design and carry out data collection in class, with some data collected and analyzed by students on their own. We will also discuss examples of published research and relevant aspects of the philosophy of science. The emphasis in this course will be on problem solving and interpretation and being able to choose and use common statistical methods and tests for data analysis -- actually using statistics.
Independent Work Quantitative Skills Writing and Research In this course students are generally expected to spend at least 6 to 8 hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.