ETC3580 Advanced statistical modelling
Faculty of Business and Economics
ETC3580 Advanced statistical modelling is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs ETF2100, ETC2410, ETS2410, ETW2410 or ETC3440.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 1 other task
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ETC3580
After ETC3580
No unit lists ETC3580 as a prerequisite in the 2020 handbook.
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Overview
This unit introduces extensions of linear regression models for handling a wide variety of data analysis problems. Three extensions will be considered: generalised linear models for handling counts and binary data; mixed-effect models for handling data with a grouped or hierarchical structure; and non-parametric regression for handling non-linear relationships. All computing will be conducted using R.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Within semester assessment40%
- ExaminationThreshold hurdle60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
understand statistical models for handling common data analysis problems
- 2
develop skills for fitting, interpreting and assessing statistical models
- 3
develop computer skills for exploring and modelling different kinds of data.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Laboratories18 hours
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
Learning resources
Required resources
Use of RStudio and various R packages are required. These are all freely available.
Extending the Linear Model with R by Faraway (2nd edition, 2016).
Where it fits
ETC3580 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Didier Nibbering
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ETC3580?
You need ETF2100, ETC2410, ETS2410, ETW2410 or ETC3440 before you enrol.
When is ETC3580 offered?
In 2020, ETC3580 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is ETC3580?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ETC3580 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include ETC3580?
ETC3580 is part of Actuarial studies and Business analytics.