STAT 4640 - Introduction to Statistical Computing

Institution:

Western Michigan University

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Description:

This course provides an introduction to the use of statistical computer software in the MINITAB, SAS, SPSSX, and BMDP packages with particular emphasis on SAS and MINITAB. The statistical graphics capabilities of SASGRAPH and MINITAB will also be included. The following topics may be emphasized: data entry; editing; production of statistical summaries in the form of tables, graphs, charts, and plots for report writing purposes; data management methods for large survey-type data sets. The latter topic may include: subset analysis, updating, and missing data methods. Attention may also be given to the statistical topics of: correlation and regression analysis; one and two sample problems; and analysis of variance. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course. Credits: 3 hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 387-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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