Learning Objectives & Matches
2. Understand key theoretical concepts of probability and statistics.
Examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data.
Develop new principles and new relationships between existing mathematical principles to advance mathematical science.
Adapt statistical methods to solve specific problems in many fields, such as economics, biology, and engineering.
Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas, such as algebra, geometry, probability, and logic.
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields.
Develop mathematical or statistical models of phenomena to be used for analysis or for computational simulation.
Develop and test theories, using information from interviews, newspapers, periodicals, case law, historical papers, polls, or statistical sources.
Apply mathematical or statistical techniques to address practical issues in finance, such as derivative valuation, securities trading, risk management, or financial market regulation.
Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.
6. Interpret results from statistical outputs.
Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses.
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings.
Interpret results of financial analysis procedures.
Report results of statistical analyses in peer-reviewed papers and technical manuals.
Interpret clinical or diagnostic test results.
Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
Code, evaluate, or interpret collected study data.
Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.