EPM5003

Principles of statistical inference (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: A/Prof Ian Marschner

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis: The unit will introduce the core concepts of statistical inference, beginning with estimators, confidence intervals, type I&II errors and p-values. The emphasis will be on the practical interpretation of these concepts in biostatistical contexts, including an emphasis on the difference between statistical and practical significance

Assessment: Two written assignments + Practical exercises