Area: | Curtin Sarawak |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 2 x 1.5 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 306859 (v.2) Mathematics 061 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Data presentation, analysis of univariate and bivariate data, regression analysis, probability and its distribution, matrices and solution of simultaneous equation by Gaussian elimination method. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On completion of this units students will be able to - Define clearly terminologies and concepts in basic statistics. Understand statistical concepts and appreciate their use in solving real-life problems. Make interpretation and prediction based on given data. Distinguish the type of data collected. Identify the appropriate probability distribution model for a given situation. Use scientific calculators and tables efficiently. Appreciate and use methods learnt in linear algebra to solve a variety of problems. Work independently and collaboratively to understand, formulate and solve problems and to communicate this both orally and in writing. |
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: | Sadler, A.J. (1999), Applicable Mathematics, Sadler Family Trust, Perth. O'Brien, M., (1994), Consolidating Applicable Mathematics, (2nd ed), Thornile, WA, Educational Directions Publication. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Final exam 50%. Participation in group discussion 10%. Test (1) 8%. Test (2) 8%. Test (3) 8%. Test (4) 8%. Test (5) 8%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10100 Mathematical Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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