Statistics 310 - Fundamental Concepts/Stats
Spring
2026
02
3.00
Troy Wixson
M W F 9:05AM 9:55AM
UMass Amherst
85386
Lederle Grad Res Tower Rm 177
twixson@umass.edu
This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of statistical science. It does not rely on detailed derivations of mathematical concepts, but does require mathematical sophistication and reasoning. It is an introduction to statistical thinking/reasoning, data management, statistical analysis, and statistical computation. Concepts in this course will be developed in greater mathematical rigor later in the statistical curriculum, including in STAT 315, 516, 525, and 535. It is intended to be the first course in statistics taken by math majors interested in statistics. Concepts covered include point estimation, interval estimation, prediction, testing, and regression, with focus on sampling distributions and the properties of statistical procedures. The course will be taught in a hands-on manner, introducing powerful statistical software used in practical settings and including methods for descriptive statistics, visualization, and data management.
Open to MATH and STATDS students. Pre Req: MATH 131 To submit an override request, please visit:
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Math majors or Stat and DS majors only