STSCI 4030

STSCI 4030

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2024-2025.

The focus of this course is the theory and application of the general linear model expressed in its matrix form. Topics will include: least squares estimation, multiple linear regression, coding for categorical predictors, residual diagnostics, anova decomposition, polynomial regression, model selection techniques, random effects and mixed models, maximum likelihood estimation and distributional theory assuming normal errors. Homework assignments will involve computation using the R statistical package.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: STSCI 2150 or STSCI 2200/BTRY 3010 or equivalent, BTRY 3080 or equivalent, MATH 1920 or equivalent, MATH 2210 or equivalent, STSCI 3200/BTRY 3020 or BTRY 6020.

Distribution Category (SDS-AS) (OPHLS-AG)

Outcomes
  • Students will be able to discuss the mathematical foundations of linear statistical models using matrix algebra.
  • Students will be able to use diagnostic measures to assess the validity of a given statistical model.
  • Students will be able to analyze data involving both fixed and random factors.

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: BTRY 4030STSCI 5030

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6803 STSCI 4030   LEC 001

    • MW Olin Hall 255
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Yang, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
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  •  6905 STSCI 4030   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  6951 STSCI 4030   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7088 STSCI 4030   LAB 403

    • W Upson Hall 222
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Yang, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7089 STSCI 4030   LAB 404

    • R Warren Hall 101
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Yang, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person