STSCI 3100
Statistical Sampling
Theory and application of statistical sampling, especially in regard to sample design, cost, estimation of population quantities, and error estimation. Assessment of nonsampling errors. Discussion of applications to social and biological sciences and to business problems.
Topics
- Understand the need for survey sampling methods.
- Identify the population quantities typically estimated by sample surveys.
- Master methods of inference about population quantities based on survey data.
- Learn the purposes and properties for the most common survey designs.
- Gain proficiency in analysis and critique of survey results.
Official roster learning outcomes
Prerequisites & course information
STSCI 2150 or STSCI 2200 or equivalent; STSCI 3200 or STSCI 6020.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027