STAT 121 - Introduction to Statistics for the Social Sciences (4)

Introduction to statistical methods common to social science applications. Topics include descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory, concepts of sampling and principles of statistical inference. Note: Not open to students who have passed a higher level statistics course with a grade of ‘C’ or better. This course may be subject to a Course Materials Charge. The charge may vary by semester, depending on the course materials required. The Course Materials Initiative (CMI) was established to provide students with more affordable course materials, enhance the students’ experience on a common digital platform via Blackboard, and position UMBC to be ahead of the curve with digital content. More information is available at UMBC Bookstore’s website.

Grading: Graded/Satisfactory Unsatisfactory/Audit
Course ID: 57048
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Attributes: Mathematics (GEP), Mathematics (GFR)
Prerequisite: MATH 104, MATH 106, or MATH 150 or higher with a grade of ‘C’ or better or score of 3, 4 or 5 on the Math Placement Test