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+ Statistics
450
Mathematical Sciences, 419-372-2636
The
focus of statistics is to provide insight by means of
numbers by designing experiments or surveys to obtain
information and make conclusions. Statistical ideas and
methods are useful in many ways, such as the use of a
Gallup Poll to learn about the opinions of the American
public about a particular issue, and the use of a designed
experiment to link smoking with cancer. The use of numerical
data and the analysis through statistical means are common
in the areas of psychology, sociology and economics; in
fact, much of public policy is directed by statistical
inferences. This major provides a core curriculum in mathematics,
an overview of the basic concepts of probability and statistical
inference, and the introduction to the application of
statistical methods to business and industry.
Learning
Outcomes
Upon
completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in statistics
are expected to:
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Understand what mathematics and statistics are, how
they are done and how they relate to other disciplines;
- Use
the language of mathematics and statistics to communicate
basic ideas, techniques and results;
- Objectively
and critically evaluate information and assess performance
using mathematical ideas;
- Demonstrate
appreciation for the beauty, utility and impact of mathematics
and statistics;
- Apply
mathematical problem-solving techniques in novel situations;
- Use
appropriate technology to attack a wide variety of mathematical
tasks successfully.
Major,
Bachelor of Arts (34 hours) — minor required
— click 
for 2006-2007 course requirements
Minor
(19 hours)
- MATH
131, 232, 233 (13)
- MATH
441, 442 (6)
- Recommended
electives from MATH
332, 445, 447; STAT
402, 406, 408, 412, 416
Major,
Bachelor of Science (34 hours) — minor
required — click
for 2006-2007 course requirements
Minor
(19 hours)
- MATH
131, 232, 233 (13)
- MATH
441, 442 (6)
- Recommended
electives from MATH
332, 445, 447; STAT
402, 406, 408, 412, 416
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