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PFS0174 Statistics IV: Generalized Linear Models, 4,0 Hp

Ämnen

Matematisk statistik

Utbildningens nivå

Forskarnivå

Språk

Engelska

Förkunskapskrav

Statistics III: Regression Analysis or equivalent.

Mål

The objective of the course is to give an overview of generalized linear models. On completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• specify generalized linear models including conditions and assumptions

• select an appropriate linear model for a given problem

• carry out an analysis based on a generalized linear model in the statistical software R

• interpret and evaluate results correctly and draw reasonable conclusions

• clearly and concisely communicate results and conclusions

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The course will cover the following topics:

• Binomial and multinomial logistic regression

• Poisson regression

• Overdispersion and zero-inflation.

• Generalized linear models and generalized linear mixed models.

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