STAT 535
Linear Models
Statistics
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Theory of the Gaussian Linear Model with applications to illustrate and complement the theory; random vectors, multivariate normal, central and non-central chi-squared, t, F distributions; distribution of quadratic forms; Gauss-Markov Theorem; distribution theory of estimates and standard tests in multiple regression and ANOVA models; regression diagnostics; parameterizations and estimability; model selection and its consequences.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
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0
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Course Outcomes
Learning Outcome
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
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Gaussian Linear Models
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate the application of Gaussian Linear Models for observational studies and designed experiments.
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Solve problems
Learning Outcome
Solve problems using random vectors.
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Understand derivation
Learning Outcome
Understand derivation and distribution of linear and quadratic forms.
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Understand definitions
Learning Outcome
Understand definitions and properties of multivariate normal, non-central chi-square, t, and F distributions.
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Derive maximum likelihood
Learning Outcome
Derive maximum likelihood estimates of parameters in a linear model with normal, independent errors.
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Linear models estimates
Learning Outcome
Derive the properties of linear models estimates (Gauss-Markov Theorem, Wald tests).
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Unconstrained and con-strained models
Learning Outcome
Derive tests on linear hypotheses by estimation of both the unconstrained and con-strained model (full and reduced LRT/ANOVA).
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Cell means model
Learning Outcome
Apply the cell means model in one-way and multiway fixed designs, interpret parame- ters from alternative model reparameterizations, estimability.
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Regression
Learning Outcome
Explore consequences of model assumption violations and use regression diagnostics to identify possible model violations.
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Theoretical consequences
Learning Outcome
Derive theoretical consequences of overfitting and underfitting in model selection.
