sta5atb advanced topics b
ADVANCED TOPICS IN STATISTICS B
STA5ATB
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject enables 5th year statistics students to enrol in subjects offered through the Key Centre of Statistical Science (KCSS) or through the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Access Grid Room. Subject syllabus is dependent on the subject chosen and students are advised to refer to the departmental website or the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Master of Staistical Science Coordinator prior to enrolment for more details. Enrolment into this subject must be approved by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Master of Statistical Science Coordinator.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPaul Kabaila
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites only by approval of the Master of Statistical Science coordinator
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects STA4ATB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Introduction to Linear Regression Analysis | Recommended | Montgomery, D. C, Peck, E. A. and Vining, G. (2006) | WILEY, 4TH EDITION. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate specialised theoretical and technical skills in a specified statistics topic.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Use specialised cognitive and technical skills to critically analyse, reflect on and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories relevant to the topic.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Apply established theories relevant to the topic.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Use advanced communication skills to transmit knowledge and ideas of statistics to others.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Demonstrate autonomy, expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a statistician.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Kabaila
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| All of the assessment for this subject takes place within the KCSS/AGR subject. | The assessment elements for this subject depend specifically on which KCSS/AGR subject is chosen. 100% of the assessment takes place within the KCSS/AGR subject | 100 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Kabaila
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| All of the assessment for this subject takes place within the KCSS/AGR subject. | The assessment elements for this subject depend specifically on which KCSS/AGR subject is chosen. 100% of the assessment takes place within the KCSS/AGR subject | 100 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |