Statistics 535 - Statistical Computing

Spring
2021
01
3.00
Patrick Flaherty
M W 2:30PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
82607
Fully Remote Class
pflaherty@umass.edu
This course will introduce computing tools needed for statistical analysis including data acquisition from database, data exploration and analysis, numerical analysis and result presentation. Advanced topics include parallel computing, simulation and optimization, and package creation. The class will be taught in a modern statistical computing language.
Open to COMPSCI and Math majors only. STATISTC 516 and COMPSCI 121 Note: Prior knowledge of statistical methods and programming experience (STAT 525 or equivalent) is strongly recommended for this course.
Note: 30 seats are reserved for Math and Statistic Majors
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.