LAM 106 Basic Statistics

This course provides an introduction to statistical methods, with an emphasis on analytical reasoning, solving of real-life problems, use of spreadsheet applications and online tools, and effective communication of data and findings to varied audiences. Students study descriptive statistics, such as frequency distributions, graphing, and measures of central tendency and variation; probability distributions, including normal distributions, binomial distributions, and Poisson distributions; sampling and inferential statistics; correlation, causality, and regression; and hypothesis testing. Pre-requisite(s): Placement; or LAM 100B or equivalent. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Credits

5

Distribution

GenEd-Quantitative Reasoning