SC2209 - Quantitative Methods in Science-Advanced
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2019 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
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An introduction to experimental design and analysis, with particular emphasis on the formulation of appropriate statistical models for data analysis, and their applications in science. Topics include the principles of scientific sampling design; hypothesis generation for scientific experiments; collection of scientific data; manipulations and interpretation of data; statistical methods used in science; and the use of data in scientific reports. In addition, basic probability and statistical theory, and computationally intensive statistical methods will be covered. This subject is compulsory for all Bachelor of Science-Advanced students and is recommended for any Bachelor of Science students who intend to enrol in the Advanced program or any students majoring in Maths or Physics who might prefer this subject over SC2202.
Learning Outcomes
- develop skills in the design, execution and reporting of scientific experiments and survey programs;
- demonstrate appropriate computer skills for data management analysis, and graphical presentation;
- design and use appropriate statistical methods to analyse scientific data;
- apply statistical theory to identify and defend appropriate statistical methodology in research.
| Assumed Knowledge: | Students enrolling in this subject should have a good understanding of level 1 science, including at least two level 1 subjects. |
| Prerequisites: | SC1109 and MA1003 plus 6 credit points of other Level 1 subjects |
| Inadmissible Subject Combinations: | BS2001 BS5001 BZ5001 BZ2001 SC2202 SC5202 |
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| Townsville, , Study Period 1 | |
| Census Date 28-Mar-2019 | |
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| Assessment: | end of semester exam (40%); other exams (20%); assignments (40%). |
| Cairns, , Study Period 1 | |
| Census Date 28-Mar-2019 | |
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| Assessment: | end of semester exam (40%); other exams (20%); assignments (40%). |
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