BioStatistics
In this undergraduate-level biostatistics course, the learners will be introduced to the use of statistics and study designs in biology. Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to design experimental, quasi-experimental and observational studies that will meet regulatory guidelines; collect, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate statistical tools. These are skills utilized in bio-statistical research in healthcare as well as other biology related fields. The importance of having these skills is recognized within public health sectors relating to analysis of drug effectiveness and risk factors for different illnesses, effectiveness of heath care interventions as well as helping explain biological phenomena.
In addition to fulfilling requirements in undergraduate college programs, this undergraduate level course also provides future healthcare professionals with foundational coursework required for successful entry into a health professions graduate program or medical school. This course may also spark further interest for the learner towards a more advanced degree in biostatistics. The field of biostatistics provides an increasing opportunity for employment. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, this field will experience a 14% employment growth between 2010 and 2020.
What you'll learn
- Identify different types of data, and how it can be collected
- Recognize and design simple experiments
- Summarize data numerically and graphically using R
- Understand the difference between point and interval estimation
- Determine and perform correct statistical test
- Conclude and interpret the results from those tests
Get a Reminder
Rating | Not enough ratings |
---|---|
Length | 8 weeks |
Effort | 8 weeks, 5–10 hours per week |
Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
Cost | $99 |
From | DoaneX, Doane University via edX |
Instructor | Michael Kangas |
Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
Language | English |
Subjects | Mathematics Science |
Tags | Math Biology & Life Sciences |
Get a Reminder
Similar Courses
Careers
An overview of related careers and their average salaries in the US. Bars indicate income percentile.
Lecturer in Biostatistics $42k
Instructor (Department of Biostatistics) $63k
Assistant Full Professor of Biostatistics $104k
Assistant Professor of Statistics and Biostatistics $116k
Write a review
Your opinion matters. Tell us what you think.
Please login to leave a review
Rating | Not enough ratings |
---|---|
Length | 8 weeks |
Effort | 8 weeks, 5–10 hours per week |
Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
Cost | $99 |
From | DoaneX, Doane University via edX |
Instructor | Michael Kangas |
Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
Language | English |
Subjects | Mathematics Science |
Tags | Math Biology & Life Sciences |
Similar Courses
Sorted by relevance
Like this course?
Here's what to do next:
- Save this course for later
- Get more details from the course provider
- Enroll in this course