Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2026 - STAT 603 G100

Quantitative Analysis of Research Studies (5)

Class Number: 6119

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    A course in statistics.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The use of statistical techniques and mathematical models in field research with special emphasis on experimentation, survey techniques, and statistical model construction. This course may not be used for the satisfaction of degree requirements in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science. Students may not obtain credit for STAT 603 if they already have credit for STAT 403. Students with credit for STAT 650 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

The course will focus on methods of sampling and experimental designs, along with associated statistical analyses. Emphasis will be place on applications to resource and environmental management, field biology, and other fields. Practical methods and underlying concepts will be stressed.

Grading

  • Written Projects 15%
  • Assignments 10%
  • Midterm 1 15%
  • Midterm 2 15%
  • Final Exam 45%

NOTES:

All above grading is subject to change.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

No formal text assigned.

RECOMMENDED READING:

Sampling: Design and Analysis. 2nd Edition. Author: Sharon L. Lohr (2019). Publisher: Chapman and Hall/CRC.

Statistics for Experimenters: Design, Innovation, and Discovery, 2nd Edition. Authors: George E. P. Box, J. Stuart Hunter, William G. Hunter (2005). Publisher: John Wiley & Sons. New Jersey.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.