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4858 (v.6) Epidemiology and Biostatistics 684
Area: | School of Public Health |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 4.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Laboratory: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 13152 (v.2) Health Research Methods 681 or any previous version
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Co Requisite(s): | 6103 (v.7) Epidemiology and Biostatistics 582
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13554 (v.2) Epidemiology and Biostatistics 782
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Syllabus: | Multiple linear regression, logistic regression, survival analysis, diagnostic methods. The use of statistical computer software is an essential part of the unit. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will be able to - Apply advanced statistical methods such as logistic regression, survival analysis and multiple linear regression. Be familiar with issues and concepts underlying the modelling and analysis of data and be able to use appropriate computer software to conduct data analyses. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Altman D.G., (1991), Practical Statistics for Medical Research, Chapman and Hall. Hair J.F., Anderson R.E., Tatham R.L. and Black W.C., (1998), Multivariate Data Analysis, 5th ed., Prentice-Hall. Neter J., Wasserman W. and Kutner M.H., (1990), Applied Linear Statistical Models, 3rd ed., Irwin. Pagano M. and Gauvreau K., (1993), Principles of Biostatistics, Duxbury Press. Selvin S., (1995), Practical Biostatistical Methods, Duxbury Press. Tabachnick B.G. and Fiddell L.S ., (1996), Using Multivariate Statistics, Harper Collins. |
Unit Texts: | Afifi A.A. and Clark V., (1996), Computer-Aided Multivariate Analysis, 3rd ed., Chapman and Hall. Coakes S.J. and Steed L.G., (2001), SPSS - Analysis Without Anguish, Version 10.0 for Windows, John Wiley and Sons. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignment 25%, Mid-semester Test 25%, Final Examination 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 60100 Medical Studies (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 3 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
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External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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