Science, Engineering and Technology

KMA153

2010  KMA153  Data Handling and Statistics 1

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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SPECIAL NOTE:  Enrolment in Hobart in Semester 1 is for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Research (M3M) only. Numbers strictly limited.

OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KMA153 H,L H,L Key Semester Dates Semester Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 22-FEB-2010 23-MAR-2010 12-APR-2010 28-MAY-2010 Sem 2 12-JUL-2010 10-AUG-2010 30-AUG-2010 15-OCT-2010 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

Introduces the management and interpretation of quantitative information. A 'hands-on' course, developed using data which is drawn from disciplines of relevance to the students. Topics include: collecting, processing and presenting quantitative information; descriptive statistics for summarising data; data exploration techniques; the role of chance; sampling; commonly used statistical methods. Interpreting statistical information; mathematical skills; the concept of modelling; use of computers and spreadsheets in mathematical and statistical applications.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: assignments and class tests

TEACHING PATTERN: equiv to 2x1-hr lectures, 2x1-hr tutorial, 1-hr lab session weekly

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - H,L
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
   Resource supported teaching & learning - H,L
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options

REQUISITE INFO

Prereq

MAP5C or MME5C or MSP5C or KMA003, or equiv with approval from HoS

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 1) will be available from mid November 2009
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 2) will be available from mid April 2010

STAFF: Dr S Wotherspoon (Hbt), Dr D FitzGerald (Ltn)

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