MATH6166 Statistical Computing for Data Scientists
Module Overview
Introduction to the statistical packages R and SAS. The module will consist of two sets of lectures and associated computer workshops, one each in R and SAS.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- enter and manipulate data within SAS and R
- perform basic statistical analyses using SAS and R and interpret the output
- find information on how to perform advanced statistical analyses using R, and then undertake such analyses.
Syllabus
• Data manipulation in R and SAS • Using the Help menu • Writing functions in R • Conditional execution and loops in R • Graphics in R • Apply the above programming skills in R to problems arising in data analysis • Interpretation of R output • Important commands in SAS, and their syntax • Interpretation of SAS output
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
9 lectures (6 in R, 3 in SAS) and 9 computer labs (6 in R, 3 in SAS)
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wider reading or practice | 12 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 12 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 6 |
| Lecture | 6 |
| Completion of assessment task | 27 |
| Follow-up work | 12 |
| Total study time | 75 |
Resources & Reading list
Garrett Grolemund and Hadley Wickham. R for Data Science.
Der, G. and Everitt, B.S. (2006). Statistical Analysis of Medical data Using SAS.
Assessment
Assessment Strategy
Coursework - a combination of R and SAS coursework with 50% weighting each
Summative
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 100% |
Referral
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External
Costs
Costs associated with this module
Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the academic requirements for each programme of study.
In addition to this, students registered for this module typically also have to pay for:
Books and Stationery equipment
Recommended texts for this module may be available in limited supply in the University Library and students may wish to purchase reading texts as appropriate.
Please also ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.