2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 23, 2024  
2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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BIO 203 - Applied Biostatistics

Applied experiential learning in the design of basic biological experiments and analysis of biological data. Introduction to theory and application of statistical analyses, such as t-tests, analysis of variance, correlation, and linear regression. Application of statistical tools within a statistical computing platform. Prerequisite: BIO 201/202 or BIO 110/111 Also listed as MAT 201, PSY 201, COM 230, ECO 221. Fulfills: GE 1; LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Summarize the theory behind basic statistical analyses, such as chi-square test, t-test, ANOVA and regression.
  2. Apply tabular and graphical techniques to display and summarize biological data.
  3. Apply basic statistical analyses, interpret their output, and draw inferences on biological questions.
  4. Match an appropriate graphical display and statistical approach to a given biological question.
  5. Assess the limitations of statistical analyses commonly applied in biological research.
  6. Conduct basic analyses in the statistical software.



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