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WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Statistics 152
Course Description and Outline


STAT 152: Introduction to Statistics


2007-2008
Credits 3
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Spring 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Statistics
Academic Division Science, Mathematics & Engineering
Prerequisites MATH 126 or MATH 128 or consent of instructor
Transfer Information Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Introduces statistics, probability models, statistical estimation and hypothesis testing, linear regression analysis, and special topics.
II : Course Objectives

Descriptive statistics, probability models, statistical estimation and hypothesis testing, linear regression analysis and special topics.

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

  1. Construct and analyze tables and graphs.
  2. Understand important aspects of the design of surveys and experiments.
  3. Construct simple probability models.
  4. Estimate parameters and perform appropriate hypothesis tests.
  5. Perform simple linear regression using one variable.
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Stat152 satisfies the general education requirement for any degree or certificate and addresses the mission of and the following student learning outcomes of General Education.
● can use appropriate college-level mathematical skills.
● have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills.

Sections II and III were prepared on December 1, 2007. Please contact the Science, Mathematics & Engineering division for more information.
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