Such methods, known as indirect techniques, are used to detect errors and to provide best estimates of demographic indices and trends. The models underlying the techniques are also covered. The unit covers techniques for the estimation of infant and child mortality, adult mortality, and fertility, and includes estimation of the time points to which estimates refer. Instruction in relevant computer software is given. This is a graduate research seminar unit.
Students undertake directed readings, seminar presentations, and preparation of a paper or project.
This is a graduate research seminar unit. Students undertake directed readings, seminar presentations, and preparation of a paper or project. This is a graduate research seminar unit. Students undertake directed readings, seminar presentations, and preparation of a paper or project. This is a graduate research seminar unit.