INTRODUCTION TO DATA ANALYSIS
STA1IDA
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides an introduction to applied statistics. It introduces students to the basic applied statistical methods used in psychology, biology, medicine, health, engineering, business, sociology and arts. The three main areas of study are descriptive statistics, probability distributions and statistical inference. The use of the SPSS statistical computing package is an integral part of the subject.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorYuri Nikolayevsky
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects STA1LS; STA1SS; STA1PSY; STA1STM; STA1CTS; BUS1BAN; ECO1ISB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | STAT 2 | Prescribed | Johnson and Kuby (2012) | Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning |
| Technologies | SPSS Grad pack | Recommended | Version 22 | IBM |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify, calculate and interpret appropriate numerical and graphical summaries for univariate and bivariate data.
- Activities:
- Directed Readings 1 and 2: This consists of readings from the prescribed textbook; and online video clips that (i) explain the readings and (ii) cover practical examples using SPSS. Aplia Online Quizzes 1 and 2: This learning activity contains conceptual problems that are based on the material covered in the directed readings 1 and 2, respectively. Students learn from their mistakes by receiving detailed feedback from each incorrect answer. Assignment 1: Consists of 3 short answer questions that involve SPSS, calculations and written conclusions. (Formative Assessment) Online Discussion Forums 1 and 2: Topics covered in directed readings 1 and 2 are discussed by students and teachers via the asynchronous online discussion forums 1 and 2.
02. Calculate probabilities and other quantities from discrete, continuous and sampling probability distributions.
- Activities:
- Directed Readings 3 and 4: This consists of readings from the prescribed textbook; and video clips that (i) explain the readings and (ii) cover practical examples using SPSS. Aplia Online Quizzes 3 and 4: This learning activity contains conceptual problems that are based on the directed readings 3 and 4, respectively. Students learn from their mistakes by receiving detailed feedback from each incorrect answer. Assignment 2: Consists of three short answer questions that involve calculations and written conclusions. (Formative Assessment) Online Discussion Forums 3 and 4: Topics covered in directed readings 3 and 4 are discussed by students and teachers via the asynchronous online discussion forums 3 and 4.
03. Identify and apply appropriate statistical inference methods for decision making.
- Activities:
- Directed Readings 5-10: This consists of readings from the prescribed textbook; and video clips that (i) explain the readings and (ii) cover practical examples using SPSS. Aplia Online Quizzes 5-10: This learning activity contains conceptual problems that are based on the material covered in the directed readings 5-10, respectively. Students learn from their mistakes by receiving detailed feedback from each incorrect answer. Assignments 3-5: Each Assignment consists of three short answer questions that involve SPSS, calculations and written conclusions. (Formative Assessment) Online Discussion Forums 5-10: Topics covered in directed readings 5-10.are discussed by students and teachers via the asynchronous online discussion forums 5-10.
04. Compute, display and interpret numerical and graphical summaries and various statistical inference procedures using the SPSS statistical software package.
- Activities:
- Directed Readings 1, 2 and 5-10: This consists of readings from the prescribed textbook; and video clips that (I) explain the readings and (ii) cover practical examples using SPSS. Assignments 1 and 3-5: Each Assignment consists of three short answer questions that involve SPSS, calculations and written conclusions. (Formative assessment) Online Discussion Forums 1, 2 and 5-10: Topics covered in directed readings 1, 2 and 5-10 are discussed by students and teachers via the asynchronous online discussion forums 1, 2 and 5-10.
05. Apply basic numeracy skills for calculating various quantities in statistics.
- Activities:
- Directed Readings 1-10: This consists of readings from the prescribed textbook and video clips that explain the readings and cover practical examples. Aplia Online Quizzes 1-10: This learning activity contains conceptual problems that are based on the material covered in the directed readings 1-10, respectively. Students learn from their mistakes by receiving detailed feedback from each incorrect answer. Assignments 1-5: Each Assignment consists of three short answer questions that involve SPSS, calculations and written conclusions. (Formative Assessment) Online Discussion Forums 1-10: Topics covered in directed readings 1-10 are discussed by students and teachers via the asynchronous online discussion forums 1-10.
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Bendigo, 2018, Summer 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYuri Nikolayevsky
Class requirements
Directed Reading
Week:
01
-
06
Ten 4.0 hours directed reading per study period
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 01 to week 06
and delivered via online.
"Directed readings consist of readings from the prescribed textbook and online video clips that explain the readings and cover practical examples.
There are 10 readings where each reading is intended to span 4 hours. Approximately 2 hours of reading and 2 hours of video clips."
Scheduled Online Class
Week:
01
-
06
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 01 to week 06
and delivered via online.
"Scheduled online class consists of interaction between learner and teacher using the online discussion forum. The teacher uses this hour to reply to questions posted on the online discussion forum.
The number of one-hour classes per week is dependent on student numbers."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 3-hour examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Five Assignments (1000 words equivalent total) | There are five assignments where each assignment is worth 4% of the overall mark. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| Ten Online Quizzes (500 words equivalent total) | There are ten online quizzes where each quiz is worth 2% of the overall mark. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 05 |
Melbourne, 2018, Summer 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYuri Nikolayevsky
Class requirements
Directed Reading
Week:
01
-
06
Ten 4.0 hours directed reading per study period
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 01 to week 06
and delivered via online.
"Directed readings consist of readings from prescribed textbook and online video clips that explain the readings and cover practical examples.
There are 10 directed readings where each reading is intended to span 4 hours. Approximately 2 hours of reading and 2 hours of video clips."
Scheduled Online Class
Week:
01
-
06
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 01 to week 06
and delivered via online.
"Scheduled online class consists of interaction between learner and teacher using the online discussion forum. The teacher uses this hour to reply to questions posted on the online discussion forum.
The number of one-hour classes per week is dependent on student numbers."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 3-hour examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Five Assignments (1000 words equivalent total) | There are five assignments where each assignment is worth 4% of the overall mark. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| Ten Online Quizzes (500 words equivalent total) | There are ten online quizzes where each quiz is worth 2% of the overall mark. | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 05 |