Chapter 4: Sampling Plans, Designs, and Techniques What is a SAMPLING? It is the process of getting information from a proper subset of a population. What is a SAMPLING PLAN? A detailed outline of which measurements will be taken Steps in Developing Sampling Plan 1. Identify the parameters 2. Design a sampling scheme 3. Select sample sizes 4. Design data storage formats 5. Assign roles and responsibilities Questions in Developing Sampling Plan 1. From where within the target population should we collect samples? 2. What type of samples should we collect? 3. What is the minimum amount of sample for each analysis? 4. How many samples should we analyze? 5. How can we minimize the overall variance for the analysis? To understand it more, GET YOUR PHONES Go to the PDF file of Chapter 4 and find slide 13 (Page 72) DO YOU ANY QUESTION OR CLARIFICATIONS? Thanks! CREDITS: This presentation template was created by Slidesgo, including icons by Flaticon and infographics & images by Freepik Please keep this slide for attribution