BI 289 - Biostatistics

Institution:

Pine Manor College - Closed

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Description:

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of descriptive and inferential statistical analysis for students in the biological and health sciences. Topics covered will include data measurement, frequency distribution and graphic presentation, probability, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, chi square tests and correlation and regression. Additional topics will include relative risk, odds ratio, rates of fatality, rates of morbidity and life tables. The course will have particular focus on the design of experiments, probability theory and alternative methods of analysis. Data are drawn from labs, the lay and research literature. The course includes a weekly one-hour lab. Fall and Spring. Prerequisite: MA 102 or equivalent. Group: III.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pmc.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 731-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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