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2015-2016 University Catalog

STAT 525 - Nonparametric Statistics and Categorical Data Analysis

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable
Introduction to nonparametric methods and categorical data analysis. Topics include tests for one-sample, two-related samples, and two independent samples; concepts of nonparametric ANOVA; tests for proportions; chi-squared tests, log-linear models, and contingency tables; goodness-of-fit tests; correlation and association analysis; nonparametric regression including logistic and Poisson regression; and bootstrapping, jackknifing , and cross-validation.

Prerequisite(s): STAT 535, STAT 554, or equivalent.

Notes: Offered concurrently with STAT 465. Students may not receive credit for both ST AT 465 and STAT 525.
Cannot be used to satisfy requirements for MS in Statistical Science.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0
When Offered: Spring