XSCI 3840 - Measurement, Research, and Statistics in Exercise Science

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Provides students with a foundation in measuring and collecting data associated with human movement science. Additionally, provides an introduction to statistical methods and experimental design, necessary to evaluate data collected from measurements commonly used in exercise science, health, and human performance. Topics will include sampling, sampling distribution, descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, t-tests, and ANOVA as well as the use of statistical software for conducting such analyses. This course can be used as an elective and it can substitute for PEHR 3800. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Measure basic quantities related to exercise science and sport, and perform basic, related calculations. 2. Evaluate and interpret research findings in exercise science disciplines. 3. Design basic studies, testing hypotheses, and reporting results. 4. Test hypotheses using statistical methods to include correlation, regression, t-tests, and ANOVA. Prerequisite: XSCI 2020 or XSCI 1025 (Grade C or higher). FA

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/19/2019 - 08/14/2022 

Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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