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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description
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To provide students with an understanding of applied statistics. It will cover topics such as, probability theory, special statistical distributions and basic theory of statistical estimation.
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Learning Outcomes |
1. Calculate simple probabilities using probability theory.
2. Identify appropriate special distributions for use in a variety of novel scenarios.
3. Construct the basic statistical point and interval estimates.
4. Explain the importance of the Central Limit Theorem in the construction of statistical estimates.
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
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| Tutorial | 12 | No Description | | Lecture | 24 | No Description | | Independent learning | 89 | No Description | | Total Workload: 125 |
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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None |
| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 0% | Examination Weight | 100% |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component |
| This module is category 1 |
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Indicative Reading List
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- Berenson, M.L. and Levine, D.M: 0, Basic Business Statistics PrenticeHallWhite, J, Yeats, A and Skipworth, G Tables for StaticticiansBlaylock, H.M Social Statistics McGraw HillFreund, J.E. and Williams, F.J. Modern Business Statistics Pitman,
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Other Resources
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| BSSA | Study Abroad (DCU Business School) |
| SHSA | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for CA234 |
| Date of Last Revision | 18-JAN-12 |
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