James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2014

MA5411 - Statistical Consulting

Credit points: 03
Year: 2014
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: School of Engineering (pre 2015)

Available to student enrolled in Mathematics.

Most research requires statistical analysis of data. Statistical consultants provide a service to researchers to help them better design, analyse and report their valuable results. Statistical consultants need good communication skills and the ability to understand research goals of a vast range of disciplines. This subject will introduce students to the world of statistical consulting. The course will focus on communicating with clients and increasing knowledge of statistical rigour that is required when exchanging knowledge for fee services.

Learning Outcomes

Assumed
Knowledge:
Students enrolling in this subject should have successfully completed MA3405 or have acquired equivalent knowledge through other study or professional experience.

Availabilities

Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 27-Mar-2014
Coordinator: Dr Shaun Belward
Contact hours:
  • 13 hours practicals
    Assessment:presentations (20%); reports (40%); assignments (40%).

    Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
    Census Date 28-Aug-2014
    Coordinator: Dr Shaun Belward
    Contact hours:
    • 13 hours practicals
      Assessment:presentations (20%); reports (40%); assignments (40%).

      Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.