Course 2024-2025

Biostatistics [VETE2006-1]

  • 3 credits
  • 20h+20h
  • 1st quarter
Language of instruction: French / Français

Learning outcomes

In-depth understanding of basic statistical concepts (probabilities and distributions) and how to apply them to hypothesis and regression tests. Learn how to use ANOVA (conditions of use, calculation in Excel).

Correct interpretation of results.

Objectives

Develop basic statistical skills.

Content

Descriptive statistics, Probability, Probability distributions, Estimation, Hypothesis testing, 1-factor ANOVA (fixed or random criterion) and 2-factor ANOVA (fixed cross-over), Linear regression, Scheffé contrast. Basics of experimental design.

Table of contents

Descriptive statistics, Probability, Probability distributions, Estimation, Hypothesis testing, Linear regression. Basics of experimental design.

Exercises description

Exercises PC


Teaching methods

Reading the syllabus; watching video clips; question-and-answer sessions, practical work (exercises available on the "Pratique de biostatistiques" website at the following address: https://webapps.fundp.ac.be/umdb/biostats2017/biostat/communs/maitaqua.html)

Evaluations

Continuous assessment :

1/ During the year, students will complete exercises from each module during 3-hour supervised practical sessions, which will be compulsory in order to be eligible for the final examination.

2/ An open-book examination on the format of the exercises carried out during a 3-hour practical session will be carried out during the examination session. The Excel file completed by the student will be returned to the teacher for assessment.

The final mark will be: (1) Either 0/20 if the absences during the practical sessions have not been justified; (2) Or the mark received during the examination at the end of the session, if permission to sit the examination has been granted.

Recommended readings

Syllabus, available on WebCampus

Book: "De la variabilité aux risques d'erreur - Dr Eric Depiéreux - Presses universitaires de Namur" (in French)

Video clips, available on WebCampus

Language of instruction

French / Français

Location for course

LIÈGE

Organizer

Faculté des sciences
Rue de Bruxelles, 61
5000 NAMUR

Degree of Reference

Master's Degree