Multivariate Statistics (6544.4)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
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| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Academic Program Area - Technology | Level 3 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Describe the nature and properties of multivariate and big data;
2. Select and explain the appropriate statistical analysis for a given purpose and data set;
3. Evaluate the appropriateness and validity of a multivariate and analytic method; and
4. Produce and interpret the results by using a computer package.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
Prerequisites
6540 Introduction to Statistics OR 5123 Business Statistics OR 1809 Data Analysis in ScienceCorequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
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Required texts
Required text:
Jeffery D. Camm et. al. (2015), Essentials of Business Analytics, Cengage.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Approval of extenuating circumstances will be dependent upon the production of supporting documentation and at the discretion of the unit convener.
Special assessment requirements
In order to pass this unit you need to get an overall total of 50%. The assessment items contibute the percentages shown in 5a.
Grade calculation
Your grade will be determined on the basis of a composite score obtained by the weightings shown previously. This composite score will then be scaled to a numerical grade consistent with the descriptions:
| Grade |
Mark range |
| Pass |
50-64 |
| Credit |
65-74 |
| Distinction |
75-84 |
| High Distinction |
85-100 |
Unit mark = (0.20 * Assignment 1 mark) + (0.30 * Assignment 2 mark) + (0.50 * Final Exam mark)
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Learner engagement
| Activity |
Hours |
| Weekly lectures: 2 hours/week, 12 weeks |
24 |
| Weekly tutorials: 2 hours/week, 11 weeks |
22 |
| Weekly private study: 3 hours/week, 12 weeks |
36 |
| Assignments 1 and 2: 18 hours per assignment |
36 |
| Final exam preparation |
30 |
| Final exam |
2 |
| Total |
150 |
Participation requirements
Your participation in both class and online activities will enhance your understanding of the unit content and therefore the quality of your assessment responses. Lack of participation may result in your inability to satisfactorily pass assessment items. As per University policy, students are expected to be available for all assessment items held during the semester including the examination period.
Required IT skills
It is assumed that students have some familiarity with the use of a computer and Microsoft Excel.
Work placement, internships or practicums
Not Applicable
Additional information
Provision of information to the group
Notifications through the Canvas Announcements Forum or the Canvas Discussion Forums are deemed to be made to the whole class. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that they check for announcements on the Unit's Canvas website (Canvas forum messages are also emailed to student email addresses only). Students should ensure they check their student email regularly. The discussion forums will be checked by staff regularly.
Use of student email account
The University Email policy states that "students wishing to contact the University via email regarding administrative or academic matters need to send the email from the University account for identity verification purposes". Therefore all unit enquiries should be emailed using a student university email account. Students should contact servicedesk@canberra.edu.au if they have any issues accessing their university email account.
In all cases of absence, sickness or personal problems it is the student's responsibility to ensure that the unit Convener is informed. The minimum participation requirement must be met in order to pass the unit (regardless of supporting documentation).
