This course covers the statistical methods commonly used to acquire, analyze and interpret many different types of scientific data.
Homework assignments emphasize the use of computers in solving statistical problems.
The term project requires students to use the statistical and computational techniques taught in class to analyze a real data set. The mid-term exam will be based on lecture, reading material, and homework assignments. Homework assignments will be due approximately every two weeks. The following is a tentative list of topics that will be covered this semester.