BIO 202 [Summer 1] Principles of Biostatistics: Part I

This course is the first part of introductory biostatistics and acquaints the student with the basic concepts and methods of biostatistics, their applications, and their interpretation. The material covered includes data presentation, numerical summary measures, rates and standardization, and life tables. Probability is introduced to quantify uncertainty, especially as it pertains to diagnostic and screening methods. Also covered are sampling distributions so that students may be introduced to confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. The computer is used throughout the course, and the student will gain familiarity with the software package STATA. Please note: Students enrolled in Biostatistics 202 are required to attend two hours of lab sessions each day in addition to daily lecture. Course Note: Applicants planning to take biostatistics are expected to have a working knowledge of basic college mathematics and familiarity with the use of personal computers. A self-assessment test is available on request by calling Hildi Keary at 617-432-1052 to help you evaluate your readiness for this course.  Students taking BIO 202 and BIO 203 will not be given credit for BIO 200 or BIO 201 in the academic year.

Instructor: Dr. Marcia Testa
8:30 a.m.-10:20 a.m. (Mon.-Fri. lecture sessions) (Lab TBA) 
Lectures, laboratories. Five required 2-hour labs each week (required). 2.5 credits.