Statistical Tools for the Life Sciences

(4 Credits)

This course will provide a broad introduction to basic mathematical and statistical tools for a quantitative analysis in the life sciences. It will cover a broad range of topics, including introduction to linear algebra, probability, linear regression, and statistical tests. We will use the mathematical programming language MATLAB for in-class demonstrations, computer lab during recitations and homework assignments. Prerequisite: Foundations of Biology I or Foundations of Biology II Fulfillment: Biology required; Neural Science required.