Biostatistics for the Non-Statistician - Basic
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Who Should Attend
This course will benefit medical investigators, research
and development scientists, clinical research associates
(monitors), and regulatory affairs specialists. It will be of
particular value to those involved in the design and
analysis of research investigations. The lectures are
oriented toward professionals having minimal formal
training in statistics or computers. Consequently, no
extensive background in mathematics beyond algebra, or
in statistics or personal computers will be required.
Description
This program will discuss the fundamental statistical
concepts that are essential for professionals operating in a
biological or medical environment. The first day will
concentrate on the principles/philosophy of statistical
usage while the second day will focus on calculation
methods and problem solving. The following are examples
of the various topics and/or problem areas which will be
discussed:- How to begin a research investigation—the questions of
interest framed in statistical terms
- Number of subjects required in a clinical trial designed to
determine the efficacy of a new compound
- The best statistical approach for determining whether a
new laboratory method is superior to the present method
- Understanding statistical vocabulary to improve
communication with your statistics group.
Participants are asked to bring a hand-held calculator to
the course.
Attend this course and its companion course, Biostatistics for the Non-Statistician-
“Beyond the Basics”, ID# 2101 (Session 05D2101-134) and save $500 off the combined tuition.