ETW3112 - Survey data analysis

Leader: Dr H. (Mindi) Nath)

Offered

Not offered in 2007

Synopsis

Introduction to multivariate statistical techniques for the analysis of survey data. Topics include cross tabulation of data and Chi-square test of independence and goodness of fit, correlation and its applications (reliability analysis: Cronbach's alpha), General linear regression, Multivariate analysis of variance and covariance, discriminant, factor, and cluster analysis. Use of SPSS for windows for analysis.

Objectives

The learning objectives of this unit are to:

• prepare survey data for statistical analysis;
• apply multivariate statistical techniques for exploring and establishing relationships between / among variables;
• select and carry out appropriate statistical tests for evaluating reliability of scale and examining research hypotheses;
• use SPSS for data analysis and interpret output;
• demonstrate skills in communicating the results of the analysis.

Assessment

Assignments: 50%
Examination (2 hours, closed book): 50%.

Contact hours

One 2-hour lecture and one 1-hour laboratory/tutorial per week.

Prerequisites

ETW2111, ETX2111 or ETW1010

Prohibitions

ETF3500, ETC3500