MATH 1103 - Introduction to Statistics
4 Credits
Presents basic statistics which includes descriptive and graphical statistics, basic probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals and hypotheses testing for one or two populations, linear regression, chi-square tests, and ANOVA. Professional statistical software, such as Minitab, will be integrated throughout the class. Graphing calculator required for the course. Recommendation based on the results of the Inver Hills Assessment Test or grade of “C” higher in MATH 0840 within the last 2 years.
Pre-Requisites MATH 0840
Major Content Areas
Data summarization: 20%
Basic probability, probability distributions: 25%
Hypothesis testing for a single parameter or comparing parameters from two populations: 25%
Confidence intervals for a single parameter or comparting parameters from two populations: 15%
Statistical software will be used extensively as an aid in visualizing and simulating problems, and also to perform the calculations once the method of analysis has been established.
ANOVA: 5%
Chi-Square: 5%
Linear regression: 5%
Learning Outcomes
Determine linear regression equations and use them appropriately
Determine appropriate confidence intervals for measures of central tendency and for proportions of one or two populations
Use graphical and arithmetic measures to determine the appropriate analysis for the data under consideration
Demonstrate the appropriate use of the Chi-Square test
Use statistical software extensively to simulate, graph, sample and analyze data; to perform appropriate estimates or tests on population parameters; and to calculate basic probabilities
Demonstrate an understanding and apply basic principles of probability, probability distributions (including binomial and normal distributions), and the concept of expected value
Perform appropriate hypothesis testing for measures of central tendency and for proportions of one or two populations
Demonstrate the appropriate use of the Analysis of Variance method for testing the equality of three or more population means
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
02 - Critical Thinking
04 - Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
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