Advanced Statistical Methodology

4.0 credits

STAT 417 offers an advanced exploration of statistical techniques used for data analyses. The first half of the course will focus on regression, with topics including weighted least squares, polynomial/non-linear models, collinear data, robust regression, time series techniques, and other related modeling topics. In the second half of the course, advanced analysis of variance (ANOVA) techniques will be explored, focusing mainly on repeated measures, mixed models, multivariate ANOVA, and nonparametric alternatives. Additional topics include structural equation models, missing data, and meta-analysis. This course will focus on the practical use of statistical techniques and will incorporate some basic theory.