Course Catalog - 2014-2015

     

STAT 422 - BAYESIAN DATA ANALYSIS

Long Title: BAYESIAN DATA ANALYSIS
Department: Statistics
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): STAT 410
Description: This course will cover Bayesian methods for analyzing data. The emphasis will be on applied data analysis rather than theoretical development. We will consider a variety of models, including linear regression, hierarchical models, and models for categorical data. Computational methods will be emphasized. STAT 422 will have assignments and examinations focusing more on basic concepts than on theoretical methods. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: STAT 622. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for STAT 422 if student has credit for STAT 622.
Course URL: http://statistics.rice.edu/feed/Courses.aspx