ECON 1008OUA - Data Analytics I
OUA - Trimester 1 - 2023
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ECON 1008OUA Course Data Analytics I Coordinating Unit Economics Term Trimester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s OUA Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Incompatible ECON 1011, ECON 1008UAC, ECON 1008UACM, STATS 1000, STATS 1005, STATS 1004, STATS 1504 Restrictions Available only to 成人大片 Open Universities Australia students Assessment Typically, tutorial participation and/or exercises, assignments, tests and final exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Florian Ploeckl
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:- Apply correctly a variety of statistical techniques, both descriptive and inferential.
- Interpret, in plain language, the application and outcomes of statistical techniques.
- Interpret computer output and use it to solve problems.
- Recognize inappropriate use or interpretation of statistics in other courses, in the media and in life in general and comment critically on the appropriateness of this use of statistics.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,2,4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1,2,3,4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2,4 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1,2,3,4 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
2,3,4 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1,2,3,4 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Recommended Resources
Text book
Selvanathan S, Selvanathan S and Keller G, Business Statistics: Australia New Zealand Edition 8
ISBN 9780170439527Online Learning
Weekly Modules on MyUni contain extensive learning material covering the module topics completely. This includes videos, explanations, exercises, and other components.
There are discussion boards on MyUni. Weekly questions provide another element to familiarize students with the real-world application of the materials as well as provide a way for students to interact with each other and teaching staff. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course uses self-study modules plus tutorials.
The self-study modules provide a comprehensive overview of the material through the use of different media, including written explanations, videos, animations, examples, and exercises
The weekly one-hour tutorials provide students with the opportunity to discuss and explore the relevance and application of the material. Additionally, practical exercises of the quantitative tools and methods in this course will be practised.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The University expects full-time students (i.e. those taking 12 units per semester) to devote a total of 48 hours per week to their studies. This equates to approximately 12 hours per week per course. This time commitment includes doing the relevant readings, preparing for online tutorials, other on-line activities and assessment tasks.Learning Activities Summary
The topics to be covered (subject to changes) are:
Module 1: Introduction to Statistics & Data Analytics
Module 2: Graphically Analysing Data
Module 3: Analysing Data Numerically
Module 4: Probability & Chance
Module 5: Probability Distributions
Module 6: Sampling Distributions
Module 7: Estimation
Module 8: Hypothesis Testing
Module 9: Estimation & Hypothesis Testing with Two Populations
Module 10: Covariance & Correlation
Module 11: Linear Regression
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Due date Weight Length Learning Outcomes
Weekly QuizzesWeekly 20% MCQ 1-4
AssignmentsWeeks 4, 9, and 12 80%
(25%,30%,25%)1200-2000
words1-4 Assessment Detail
Weekly Quiz
Each module contains a multiple choice quiz, which is due at the end of the module week. The best 10 out of 12 quizzes count with equal weight.
Major Assignments
There are three major written assignments. Each assignment consists of quantitative exercises involving written explanations.Submission
All submissions will be done on MyUniCourse Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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