Neuroscience Methods II: Statistics and Research Design

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Overview

Subject area

PSYC

Catalog Number

70420

Course Title

Neuroscience Methods II: Statistics and Research Design

Department(s)

Description

Building on the methods and design principles in 70410, this course willprovide a survey of quantitative tools in neuroscience research. Statisticalmethods will be reviewed with a focus on their appropriateness and rigor inthe context of common neuroscience designs, addressing questions ofpower, robustness and repeatability. A critical perspective will beemphasized, identifying current challenges and critiques of statisticalmethods in the neuroscience field. Students will learn R as a tool for analysisand data visualization.

Typically Offered

Offer as needed

Academic Career

Graduate School Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

030893

Course Schedule