MTH-2300H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors (3)

Prerequisite: MTH 1100 or MTH 1105 or MTH 1080 ; must consult with an advisor for eligibility requirements

This course with the honors distinction is designed to challenge motivated students and includes an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Students use an intensive methodology designed to learn about presentation of data, measures of central tendency and dispersion, the binomial and normal probability distributions, sampling techniques, correlation and regression, and hypothesis testing (Z test, T test, CHI squares). Students will develop an understanding of statistical methodology and use of critical judgment in analyzing data sets. Students will also develop an appreciation of the role of statistics in real life situations including computer analysis of real data. The course emphasizes mathematical concepts which support the study of statistics and the mathematical writing used to present solutions to problems. Examples are selected from education, business, and the social and natural sciences. A graphing calculator is required.