This subject provides a first contact with advanced statistical techniques including: statistical modelling, statistical tools for data analysis, procedures to check structural assumptions on the models, and criteria to establish a critical review of the attained results, estimulating the interpretation of these results in terms of specific analyzed problem. The main objectives are:
- Domain of a broad range of statistical methods in an integrated way, but emphasizing the particular properties of each of them. Specifically, the pursued targets and the required conditions for their application.
- Obtaining valuable knowledge for a critical and rigorous analysis of the attained results.
- Complementing the practical aspects of the learning process with the use of statistical software.
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