MAT 113 - Introduction to Statistics

Designed for students who need a reading knowledge of introductory statistical concepts, this course focuses on basic concepts and methods of statistics: data analysis, data production, and statistical inference. Data analysis concerns the methods for exploring, organizing, and describing data. Data production looks at methods for producing data to answer specific questions. Statistical inference moves beyond the data to draw conclusions about a wider universe, taking into account that conclusions are uncertain. To describe and understand statistical inference, a limited introduction to probability is presented. The class is taught in a computer classroom using statistical software extensively for classroom demonstration, homework assignments, and student tutorials.

General Education Requirements: Quantitative Literacy

Prerequisites: MAT 103M or MAT 111M or demonstrated proficiency in pre-college mathematics (>= 500 on SAT MATH exam, >= 530 on SAT MSS exam, >= 21 on ACT Math exam or >= 62 on Accuplacer College-Level Math exam).

Course Typically Offered Every Fall & Spring

Credits: 3