Likelihood ratio tests. Statistical design theory. Applications to engineering, medicine, natural and social sciences. Advanced data analysis 3 pts. Data analysis using a computer statistical package and selected exploratory data analysis subroutines.
Material is presented in case-study format.
Combines STAT W4105 and W4107. Linear regression models 3 pts. This course is identical to PUBH P8111. Simple and multiple regression including testing, estimation and confidence procedures, modelling, regression diagnostics and plots, polynomial regression, fixed effects anova and ancova models, nonlinear regression, multiple comparisons, colinearity and confounding, model selection. Geometric approach to the theory and use of the computer to analyze data will both be emphasized.