BIOL 213 - Introductory Biostatistics

Description:
An introduction to commonly used methods for analyzing biological data. Use of statistical and graphical software will be emphasized. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: (MATH 153 or MATH 154 or MATH 172) or (a score of 17 or higher on the Advanced Math Placement Test) or (a score of College Math 65+ or higher in Acuplacer) or (a score of 46 or higher on the Compass College Algebra Test).

Credits: (4)

General Education Category: FYE3 - Quantitative Reasoning

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Compile raw biological data to construct graphs, tables and charts using computer software
Determine appropriate statistical analyses for a vareity of different types of biological data
Analyze biological data using statistical software.
Interpret results of statistical analyses to address hypotheses
Communicate statistical results visually, orally, and in written form.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/21/17

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