Statistics 244SC - Intermediate Topics in Statistics: 'Computational Statistics'

Computation is now an essential component of several modern statistical methods. This course will introduce students to computationally intensive techniques in statistics and explore the role of computation as a tool for discovery. Specifically, it will emphasize simulation-based, rather than calculus-based, approaches in statistical theory. Topics may include sampling algorithms, numerical analysis, and missing data. All data analysis in the course will be performed using R software. Research applications will be emphasized through assignments and student-defined projects.

Prereq: STAT-140.