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Unit Overview

Description

This unit examines the analysis of complex correlated data with a time series and a linear mixed model approach. Longitudinal (or repeated measures) data, spatial data, clustered data and data from complex experimental designs are utilised to develop and describe methodology, and describe analyses approaches. The unit focuses on recognising data with these structures and identifying appropriate models to fit. It also addresses how to carry out such analyses using modern statistical techniques and packages, utilising real-world examples from many disciplines such as science (e.g. agricultural, biological, environmental, medical and physical), social sciences and finance.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 3 core unit in the Computing and Data Science; Human Sciences and Data Analytics; Statistics major sequences
  • Level 3 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) understand statistical models for complex data; (2) fit models to their data using modern statistical techniques and packages; (3) critically assess fitted models; and (4) interpret and communicate results of analysis of complex correlated data.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) assignments and (2) final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Nazim Khan
Unit rules
Prerequisites
STAT2401 Analysis of Experiments
and STAT2402 Analysis of Observations
or STAT2062 Fundamentals of Probability with Applications
Incompatibility
STAT4065 Multilevel and Mixed-Effects Modelling
Contact hours
Lectures: 2-hours per week
Labs: 2-hours per week
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  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.