STAT 100: Statistical Concepts and Reasoning

Penn State University, Spring 1998

This web page is designed to accommodate students in Section 002 ONLY.

This course is designed to introduce students to the art and science of decision making in the presence of uncertainty. In taking this course, students will develop an understanding of the reasoning by which findings from sample data can be extended to larger, more general populations. Students will also learn how to critically evaluate the results of studies reported in the popular media and scientific press. Examples and applications from a variety of fields will be emphasized.

Contact Information

Laura J. Simon, Instructor
- Class: MWF 3:35-4:25 p.m., 102 Thomas
- Office: 328 Thomas (Classroom) Building
- Office Hours: W 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, F 10:15-11:15 a.m. and by appointment
- Phone: 863-4891
- e-mail: lsimon@stat.psu.edu
Roberto Cruz-Medina, Teaching Assistant
- Office: 316 Thomas (Classroom) Building
- Office Hours: T 9:30-11:00 a.m., R 2:30-4:00 p.m.
- Phone: 863-3238
- e-mail: rcruz@stat.psu.edu

Course Information

This web page is maintained by Laura J. Simon: lsimon@stat.psu.edu