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<p>This unit introduces students to the full range of descriptive statistical techniques, and also introduces the key concepts underlying statistical inference. A wide range of basic inferential techniques are introduced. Data from various disciplinary contexts is utilised, and there is a strong emphasis on computing skills, statistical decision making, interpretation of computer output and communication of statistical results and conclusions.</p>
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<p>•Data presentation and basic descriptive statistics.<br>
•Discrete and continuous probability distributions.<br>
•Estimation and hypothesis testing (t-tests for single sample, paired and independent).<br>
•Non-parametric alternatives.<br>
•Chi-square tests.<br>
•Correlation and regression.<br>
•Introduction to 1-way and 2-way analysis of variance.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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<p>This unit introduces students to the full range of descriptive statistical techniques, and also introduces the key concepts underlying statistical inference. A wide range of basic inferential techniques are introduced. Data from various disciplinary contexts is utilised, and there is a strong emphasis on computing skills, statistical decision making, interpretation of computer output and communication of statistical results and conclusions.</p>
Unit content
<p>•Data presentation and basic descriptive statistics.<br> •Discrete and continuous probability distributions.<br> •Estimation and hypothesis testing (t-tests for single sample, paired and independent).<br> •Non-parametric alternatives.<br> •Chi-square tests.<br> •Correlation and regression.<br> •Introduction to 1-way and 2-way analysis of variance.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
010103 - Statistics
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Centre for HE Studies (Other)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Summer Semester</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/stats1000">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
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<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Describe and summarise data sets using appropriate statistical measures, probability distributions, and graphical techniques.</p>
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<p>Apply standard statistical software to manage data and perform descriptive and inferential analyses.</p>
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<p>Choose and justify appropriate inferential techniques to investigate research hypotheses.</p>
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<p>Interpret hypothesis tests, regression analysis, and analysis of variance and justify conclusions in relation to real world problems.</p>
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<p>Communicate statistical processes and findings clearly using appropriate language.</p>
Assessment
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<p>Practical use of appropriate statistical packages and interpretation of output.</p>
<p>Computer lab quizzes and tutorial exercises</p>
<p>10 - 20 %</p>
1, 2, 4, 5
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<p>Produce appropriate statistical output (including under supervision) to respond to a brief. Critically justify interpretation, decision making and statistical process verbally in response to questioning.</p>
<p>Data analysis tasks, Oral conversations</p>
<p>40 - 60 %</p>
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
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<p>Interpret statistical outputs and justify conclusions in relation to real-world problems.</p>
<p>Case study</p>
<p>20 - 40 %</p>
3, 4, 5
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>N/A</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
010103 - Statistics
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Centre for HE Studies (Other)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p> <p><strong>Summer Semester</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/stats1000">View unit fees</a>
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