Statistics III: Regression Analysis, 4HP

Prior knowledge

Statistics I: Basic Statistics or equivalent

Objectives

The objective of the course is to give an overview of linear, nonlinear and nonparametric regression models for continuous response variables with applications in the agricultural sciences and related fields of research. On completion of the course, the student will be able to:

- specify regression models including assumptions

- select an appropriate regression model for a given problem
- use the statistical software R for regression analysis
- interpret and evaluate results correctly and draw reasonable conclusions
- clearly and concisely communicate results and conclusions

Content

The course will cover the following topics:

- simple linear regression.
- multiple linear regression.
- nonlinear regression 
- nonparametric regression and generalized additive models (GAM).
- assumptions and transformation of data