Title
Matrix Algebra and Statistical Computing
Course Materials
Matrix Algebra From a Statistician’s Perspective, David A. Harville
A First Course in Statistical Programming with R, W. John Braun and Duncan J. Murdoch
Course Description
This course involves matrix algebra that is used in statistical application and theory, as well as computing applications in R.
Grading Scale
This course will consist of a series of data analysis projects and 2 exams. The projects will count 50% of final grade, and each exam will count 25%.
- A 92+
- A- 91.99-87
- B+ 86.99-83
- B 82.99-75
- B- 74.99-65
- C+ 64.99-55
Attendance/Exam/Assignment Policies:
While attendance is not taken, students are expected to attend lectures and participate in class. Make-up exams will only be considered with documented medical event or conference attendance (graduate students). Early exams will be given under no circumstances. Assignments are to be handed in during class on the date the assignment is due in paper format. Electronic submission of assignments will not be accepted. Turn off cell phones during classes.
Instructor: Larry Winner
Office Hours: M 1:30-3:00 Tu 9:00-10:15 W 9:00-10:15 Th 7:45-9:00
E-mail: winner@stat.ufl.edu
Phone: (352) 273-2995
TA: Yuna Kim Office Hours: Th 9:00-11:00 F 9:45-11:45 E-mail: ynkim732@ufl.edu Office: FLO 116D