STAT 302: Statistical Methods

Fall 2009

Instructor

Dr. David Dahl
dr.dahl@ddahl.org
979-845-3141
436 Blocker

Teaching Assistant

Mehdi Maadooliat
madoliat@stat.tamu.edu
979-845-8888
415A Blocker

Times and Places

Lecture for both sections: W F, 3:00pm - 3:50pm, HECC 203
Lab for section 511: M, 1:50pm - 2:40pm, BLOC 162
Lab for section 512: M, 3:00pm - 3:50pm, BLOC 162

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Course Description

Introduction to concepts of random sampling and statistical inference; estimation and testing hypotheses of means and variances, analysis of variance, regression analysis; chi-square tests.
The course is intended for students in biological sciences or agriculture, except agricultural economics.
Prerequisites are MATH 141 or 166 or equivalent.

Class Attendance

Class attendance is an important part of your success in the class. The syllabus, homework assignments, exam dates, etc. may be changed by in-class announcements. If you are absent, please check with a classmate regarding the lecture material and announcements. Outside of class, Dr. Dahl and Mehdi are best-able to help those who attend class.

Statement on Disabilities

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Statement on Plagiarism

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Academic Integrity Statement:

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