GISW STAT 1772 Introduction to Statistical Methods -- 3 unit(s)

Descriptive statistics including correlation and curve fitting. Intuitive treatment of probability and inferential statistics, including estimations and hypothesis testing.

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Course syllabus

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Course notes

No credit for students with credit in STAT 1774. Students with credit in STAT 3770/5770 should not enroll in STAT 1772

Delivery

This course is available in an online format, utilizing web pages and eLearning, a learning management system requiring Internet access and a web browser. Students may need access to someone who can assist with computer set-up.

Prerequisites

none

Liberal Arts Core

Students who plan to graduate from UNI must complete the Liberal Arts Core (LAC). This Guided Independent Study course is applicable to Category 1. Core Competencies - C. Quantitative Techniques and Understanding. For details about your LAC, please discuss with your advisor and/or visit www.uni.edu/lac.

Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) distribution area

Students working toward their Bachelor of Liberal Studies may apply credit earned in this course to their degree. This Guided Independent Study course is applicable to the Natural Sciences and Mathematics distribution area. Learn more about the BLS degree program.

Instructor(s)

Michael Prophet, Professor

Textbook(s)

Mendenhall, W., & Beaver, R. J. Introduction to Probability & Statistics. 11th edition. Duxbury Press.

Additional Course Materials

A course packet containing reading materials is available from the Guided Independent Study Office for $13.75.

PURCHASING TEXTBOOKS
University Book and Supply (UBS) carries most books used in GIS courses. Search for textbooks by course choosing "UNIV.NORTHERN IOWA" and the term you are enrolled in and GSW (web) or GSP (print) for the section.

Visit UBS at 1009 West 23rd Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Phone: 319-266-7581 or 800-728-7581, Email: bookstore@panthersupply.com

Texts may also be available from www.bookfinder.com.

To enroll

Visit the GIS Enrollment page for forms and information.
Or visit us at 2637 Hudson Road, Cedar Falls. Campus Map

For more information

Diane Tournier
Guided Independent Study
UNI Continuing and Distance Education
319-273-2123 or 800-772-1746
gis-program@uni.edu