STAT 125 - Introduction to Statistics in Social Sciences

Units: 3 ; Breadth Area: GE-2
Introduction to basic statistical methods in social sciences. Topics include: descriptive statistics; probability, probability distributions, hypothesis testing; correlation and regression. Use of computers. Must earn C- or better for GE credit.

Breadth Area(s) Satisfied: GE-2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning
Co-requisites: STAT 125A required for students in Category III and IV.
Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for STAT 100, STAT 110 or STAT 303.

Possible Instructional Methods: Online-Asynchronous or Online-Synchronous.
Grading: ABC/NC grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Practice and use basic mathematical techniques.
Conduct elementary numerical computations; interpret the results in written form.
Organize, classify, and represent quantitative data in the social and behavioral sciences in various forms: tables, graphs, rates, percentages, measures of central tendency and variation.
Make statistical inference using estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression.
Demonstrate familiarity with applications to social and behavioral data sets in statistical software.

GE-2. Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate a proficient and fluent ability to reason quantitatively.
Demonstrate a general understanding of how practitioners and scholars collect and analyze data, build mathematical models, and/or solve quantitative problems.
Apply quantitative reasoning skills in a variety of real-world contexts, defined by personal, civic, and/or professional responsibilities.