USP 520 Applied Demographic Methods I
The first of a two-course sequence. The purpose is to introduce the various basic methods of demographic analysis. The topics to be covered include data sources, population characteristics and change, and measures of mortality and fertility. In addition, the course will help students develop good judgment about data availability and quality, and acquire skills for presenting data.
Prerequisite
Recommended prerequisite: a course in regression analysis, such as USP 534.