Statistics I

This course is designed to equip the student with an introductory knowledge of statistics and statistical methods. Emphasis is balanced among theoretical concepts, calculations, and data interpretation. Major topics covered include frequency distributions, graphic presentation of data, measures of central tendency and variation, basic probability, standardized scores, z-scores, the Central Limit Theorem, and hypothesis testing. The course culminates in a Capstone Project that allows students to explore and connect all of the concepts covered in the course.