STAT 316-04
Statistics and Probability
for Science and Engineering
Spring 2022 Instructor: Shawn Handran, Ph.D.
C O U R S E
O V E R V I E W
Basic probability rules, distributions,
reliability. Descriptive, inferential statistics,
correlation, regression.
Prerequisites: MATH 131.
Credit Restrictions: Not open for credit for
those taking STAT 330.
L E A R N I N G
O U T C O M E S
This course will train you to be able to:
1. Analyze and interpret data to make
appropriate statistical inferences
2. Understand probability distributions for
modeling and estimating populations
3. Use estimation and hypothesis testing for
inference and decision making
4. Use linear regression for tests of
association and predictive modeling
5. Use statistical analysis tools effectively
Perhaps H. G. Wells was right when he said
‘statistical thinking will one day be as
necessary for efficient citizenship as the
ability to read and write’! Samuel S. Wilkes
C O U R S E
I N F O R M A T I O N
CLASS TIME: TuTh 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Instruction mode: Synchronous Zoom until in-person
instruction resumes in room Science N207. Please
follow University/County Public Health requirements.
Meetings consist of lecture and data analysis activities.
Attendance is not graded, however, you must attend on
activity days to receive credit for the activity.
OFFICE HOURS: TuTh 5:30 PM or by appointment
Instructor email: shawn.handran@csueastbay.edu
Please do not hesitate to email me if you have any questions,
and especially if you fall behind or are facing any difficulties.
Because the penalty for cheating is severe, and because
cheating suggests desperation, seek help before you risk
irreparable damage to your career and your self-respect.
C O U R S E
E X P E C T A T I O N S
INSTRUCTOR EXPECTATIONS
As your instructor, I pledge to:
Be prepared with relevant learning experiences
Be respectful of all students
Assess all students fairly and equitably
Abide by the University code on academic policies
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
As a student, you pledge to:
Be prepared and engaged for all classes and activities
Be respectful of others
Actively contribute to learning activities and projects
Abide by the University code on academic integrity
A S S E S S M E N T
C O U R S E
M A T E R I A L S
Textbook/Courseware:
Montgomery and Runger, Applied
Statistics and Probability for
Engineers 7e and WileyPlus $69.
Required calculator: TI-84 or
equivalent graphing calculator
Required software: Minitab 19
(free access via App Stream):
O F
Final Exam
20%
L E A R N I N G
Online Homwork
30%
Mindterm 2
20%
Data Analysis Projects
10%
https://www.csueastbay.edu/its/virtualcomputing/appstream-catalog.html
Midterm 1
20%
Y O U R
I N S T R U C T O R
WELCOME TO STATISTICS!
I hope this will be one of
the most interesting
classes you take in your
college career. Statistics is
for everyone who
encounters data in their
daily lives, which is almost
everyone. I am a part-time
adjunct instructor of statistics and I also teach
high school AP Statistics and STEM courses in
Fremont. I am a neuroscientist by training and
conducted my thesis research at Washington
University in St. Louis, and my post-doctoral
studies at Harvard Medical School. I love data and
hope to convince you by the end of this course
that statistics is awesome!
C O U R S E
S C H E D U L E *
CONTENT (SECTION)
DATE
1/18
Class logistics, syllabus, WileyPlus, Ch 1 Data
1/20
Ch 2.1-2.2 Probability, counting methods
1/25
Ch 2.3-2.5 Axioms, conditional probability
Ch 2.6-2.9 Multiplication rule, independence,
activity (tent.)
Ch 3.5 Binomial distributions,
activity
2/3
2/8
Ch 3.6,3.8 Geometric & Poisson distributions
Ch 4.5 The Normal distribution,
activity
2/10
Ch 4.6-4.7 Normal approximation, exponential distributions
F O R
activity
Ch 6.3-6.4 Frequency distributions, boxplots, mini-project
Ch 6.1-6.2 Descriptive statistics, stemplots,
Ch 7.1-7.3 Estimation & the Central Limit Theorem,
activity
Ch 8.3-8.4 CI for variance, CIs using z-distribution,
activity
3/22
Ch 9.2 Test for a mean using z-distribution
3/24
3/29 - 3/31
Midterm 2: Descriptive & Inferential Statistics
Spring Break: No classes
Ch 9.5-9.7 Z-tests for a proportion, Chi-square GOF,
activity
I N F O
Computer requirements: Internet access using a
modern browser (Chrome, Edge, Safari).
Calculator requirements: Scientific or graphing
calculator; TI-84 or equivalent. Loaner TI-84
calculators are available from the Math
Department. Statistical tables and online tools
may be used for homework. Tables are provided
for exams, but cell phones/mobile technology not
permitted for use on exams.
Platforms we will use in this class: WileyPlus,
Blackboard, Minitab, Statkey, Google G Suite
Apps, and other online statistical analysis tools.
4/5
4/7
4/12
activity
Ch 10.6-10.7 Inference for difference in proportions,
mini-project
4/14
4/19
4/21
4/26
Ch 11.1-11.3 Linear regression
activity
4/28
Ch 11.7-11.9 Correlation, transformations
5/3
Ch 15.1-15.7 Statistical quality control
5/5
Final exam: Thursday May 12, 5:30-7:30 PM
5/12
*Schedule subject to change and adjustment as needed. Syllabus
may be updated due to covid-related changes to instruction mode.
K E Y S
T E C H N O L O G Y
3/10
3/17
Ch 9.1 Hypothesis tests, statistical errors, power
Ch 11.4-11.6 Inference for slope,
3/3
3/15
Ch 8.5-8.7 CI methodology, Bootstrap CIs
Ch 10.4-10.5 Pooled samples, Paired samples, equal variance
1. Respectful: our classroom is a safe space to
share
2. Equitable: everyone's participation and
ideas are valuable
3. Committed to the Pioneer Community:
we learn together
4. Moving our Statistical Thinking Forward:
we work to figure things out
2/24
3/8
Ch 8.1-8.2 Confidence intervals, t-distributions
Ch 10.1-10.2 Inference for difference in means,
2/22
3/1
Ch 6.5-6.7 Time series, probability plots
Ch 9.8 Chi-square contingency tests
L E A R N I N G
2/15
2/17
Midterm 1: Probability
Ch 9.3-9.4 T-tests for a sample mean, tests for variance
A G R E E M E N T S
1/27
2/1
Ch 3.1-3.3 Discrete probability distributions
T O
S U C C E S S
The following disciplines will help ensure a successful outcome
and enhance your experience in this course.
1. Attend class and take notes: be focused during class and
take notes during lectures
2. Engage in the classroom activities and labs: contribute to
class activities and technology exercises
3. Do the WileyPlus assignments promptly: complete
assignments proactively and establish weekly routines
4. Seek help from others: use e-textbook resources, form
study groups, ask the instructor for assistance
5. Practice, practice, practice: use statistical language, do
optional practice problems in the e-textbook, get familiar
and comfortable with statistical tables and tools
W I L E Y P L U S
P L A T F O R M
D A T A
A N A L Y S I S
P R O J E C T S
JOIN WILEYPLUS THROUGH BB LINK
Projects consist of analyzing datasets obtained from the textbook,
Click on the WileyPlus link in the Course Materials
section of Blackboard. Follow the instructions
and use your CSUEB email when registering.
or in some cases, by searching for public datasets online. Projects
are intended to build proficiency in Minitab and similar statistical
HOMEWORK
with a GoReact video explanation. Late work is not accepted and
Take multiple attempts on problems. Note
there is a small deduction per incorrect
attempt. Assignments have due dates, but are
open after due date with late deductions (so be
sure to collect as many points as possible!).
REAL LIFE APPLICATION
The homework problems help you put what you
are learning in class into practice using real life
data scenarios. These problems also are a good
way to prepare for exams.
software. Each student performs & submits their own work, along
scored zero unless student has a valid and documented reason.
E X A M S
All midterms and the final exam are in-person paper exams and
consist of data scenarios similar to homework and practice
questions. Showing work is required. In the event of return to
remote instruction, remaining exams will be conducted online in
the WileyPlus platform. Each student agrees to complete exams
without assistance from another person and adhere to the policy
on academic dishonesty no matter what mode of exam is used.
A D D I T I O N A L
I N F O R M A T I O N
ACCOMODATIONS
If you have a documented disability and wish to discuss academic
accommodations, or if you would need assistance in the event of an
emergency evacuation, please contact me as soon as possible. Students
with disabilities needing accommodation should speak with Accessibility
Services at: https://www.csueastbay.edu/accessibility/
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
Link to textbook
ENHANCED E-TEXTBOOK RESOURCES
The e-textbook has practice problems and video
solutions for select problems. There are also
optional problems in the Resources section of
WileyPlus for additional practice.
Practice problems with revealed answers
Video solutions of select problems
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