0.5 credit/Dual Credit weight

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II/Trigonometry

This course is offered to students with a strong mathematical background. The course is designed to introduce students to the use of statistical methods and concepts with numerous examples of the importance of statistics in everyday life. Topics include Design of Experiments, Descriptive and Inferential Statistics, The Laws of Probability, Probability Distributions, Population Estimates and Sample Sizes, Hypothesis Testing, Chi-Square Tests, Nonparametric Statistical Tests, and Correlation and Regression. Appropriate technology, including Graphing Calculators, and Excel will be used to aid in calculations and interpreting the results of a statistical study or graph. Three hours of college credit can be earned through enrollment in Saint Mary’s dual credit program.