MATH 1040 - Statistics

4 Credit(s)

An introduction to the basic concepts and methods of statistical data analysis. Students will summarize and interpret data, evaluate important assumptions and draw appropriate conclusions based on sample data sets from a variety of disciplines. Topics include descriptive statistics, statistical graphs, probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests with one and two samples, correlation and regression, chi-square tests and one-way ANOVA. Cannot receive credit for both Math 1040 and MATH 2040. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

Prerequisite: One of the following within the last two years: C or better in MATH 1010; B- or better in MATH 0970 or MATH 0990; Math ACT of at least 21; adequate math placement score.
General Education Course: Quantitative Literacy Requirement