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Applied Regression Analysis - MATH5806
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Faculty: Faculty of Science
 
 
School:  School of Mathematics and Statistics
 
 
Course Outline: http://www.maths.unsw.edu.au/
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Fee Band: 5 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

This course examines conceptual issues and computing methods for application of modern regression models to real data. Topics covered include selection from: least squares regression, diagnostic tools, model selection, generalized linear models, smooth function regression, penalty and shrinkage methods, generalized additive models, and mixed models.

Pre-requisites: 24 units of level III mathematics or a degree in a numerate discipline or permission of the Head of Department.

Note: Course not offered every year - contact the School for more information.

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