Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematical Sciences- Statistics

Virginia Commonwealth University

The curriculum in mathematical sciences promotes understanding of the mathematical sciences and their structures, uses and relationships to other disciplines. To this end, the scholarly growth of the faculty and students in the mathematical sciences is nurtured through study, research and a high standard of teaching. The curriculum provides a sound foundation for the student seeking to enter a career with a technological orientation or for the student who wishes to pursue graduate study in applied mathematics, biomathematics, mathematics, operations research, statistics, teaching mathematics in secondary schools or related fields. Statistics concentration-specific outcomes Upon completing a concentration in statistics, students will know how to do the following: Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of basic statistical concepts and terminology Recognize and execute appropriate sample/experimental data collection methods Effectively analyze data that has been collected and evaluate the assumptions associated with those procedures Apply appropriate statistical software packages to solve/model various problems Evaluate situations related to probability, statistical uncertainty, distributions and statistical inference Apply calculus and/or linear algebra concepts and techniques to statistical problems in both theory and application Clearly and concisely present technical information in writing Clearly and concisely present technical information through oral presentations Explain the general linear model and analyze data using the general linear model

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