Spring 2024
PBHLTH C240A 001 - LEC 001
Introduction to Modern Biostatistical Theory and Practice
Alan E Hubbard, Mark van der Laan
Jan 16, 2024 - May 03, 2024
Tu, Th
05:00 pm - 06:29 pm
Berkeley Way West 1205
Class #:27215
Units: 4
Instruction Mode:
In-Person Instruction
Offered through
School of Public Health
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
6
Enrolled: 14
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 20
Waitlist Max: 15
No Reserved Seats
Also offered as:
STAT C245A
Hours & Workload
3 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week, 7 hours of outside work hours per week, and 2 hours of instructional experiences requiring special laboratory equipment and facilities per week.
Final Exam
FRI, MAY 10TH
11:30 am - 02:30 pm
Berkeley Way West 1205
Other classes by Alan E Hubbard
Other classes by Mark van der Laan
+ 1 Independent Study
Course Catalog Description
Course covers major topics in general statistical theory, with a focus on statistical methods in epidemiology. The course provides a broad theoretical framework for understanding the properties of commonly-used and more advanced methods. Emphasis is on estimation in nonparametric models in the context of contingency tables, regression (e.g., linear, logistic), density estimation and more. Topics include maximum likelihood and loss-based estimation, asymptotic linearity/normality, the delta method, bootstrapping, machine learning, targeted maximum likelihood estimation. Comprehension of broad concepts is the main goal, but practical implementation in R is also emphasized. Basic knowledge of probability/statistics and calculus are assume
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
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