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MAS463   Linear Models   (10 credits)

 
Year Running: 2015/2016
Credit level: F7
Pre-requisites   MAS205   MAS223   MAS273  
    MAS273 recommended; 70 credits of level 3 statistics / probability modules or equivalent
Pre-requisites for   MAS473   (when the module is running)
Excluded   MAS363  

Description

The course will develop the general theory of linear models (regression, those applicable to designed experiments, etc) further it will introduce factors and study analysis of variance. It will also discuss model building and model checking in the context of regression. Additionally, the course will introduce more advanced topics on regression such as generalized least squares, orthogonality and overparameterisation.

 

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 78.0
Lecture 20.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Exam 2.0 70 % S1
Other 0.0 30 % S1
 

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