Overview

This unit will introduce to you the principles of data production and the practical application of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to real-world problems in various scientific fields. You will develop skills during applied classes including collaborative problem solving and using Microsoft Excel for statistical analysis of real world problems. … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

OCT-MY-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS
S1-01-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
S1-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Daniel McInnes

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Md Zobaer Hasan
Dr Wee Wei Yee
Dr Daniel McInnes
Dr Soojin Roh

Notes

Optional Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) run in this unit. 

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Demonstrate a deep conceptual understanding of the principles of data collection, analysis and interpretation using descriptive and inferential statistical techniques;

2.

Utilise Microsoft Excel to present and interpret data through numerical summaries and graphical representations of data;

3.

Apply appropriate descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to real problems in the science disciplines;

4.

Make statistical decisions and communicate findings in a meaningful scientific way.

Teaching approach

Active learning
Online learning

Assessment

1 - Quizzes
2 - Problem-solving activities
3 - Statistical analysis projects
4 - Mid-semester test
5 - Final assessment - Exam (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Applied sessions
Seminars

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources
Technology resources

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.

Electronics, calculators and tools: Scientific non programmable calculator approximately $30
Materials: Printing, Stationery estimated $100