Linear regression
4 points * First semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: MAT2020, MAS2011, MAS2032, MAS2042
The simple linear regression model. Least squares fitting of multiple regressions. Significance tests and confidence intervals for regression parameters. Residual analysis for adequacy of model. Weighted least squares. Correlated errors.
Assessment
Examinations (1.5 hours): 90% * Tests and/or assignments: 10%
Recommended texts
Myers R H Classical and modern regression with applications 2nd edn, PWS-Kent, 1990
Weisberg S Applied linear regression 2nd edn, Wiley, 1985
Younger M S A first course in linear regression 2nd edn, Duxbury, 1985