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  Course Description
Course Name : Statistics I

Course Code : EM 201

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 2

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 5

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. GÜLSEN KIRAL
Prof.Dr. SEDA ŞENGÜL

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Explain basic statistical concepts
Explain data using graphical methods by creating frequency distributions of ungrouped (raw) data
Be able to distinguish between the concepts of permutation and combination
Calculate the probability of an event by learning the basic definitions and concepts related to the probability
Be able to comment the concept of random variables and discrete / continuous random variable distinction
Distinguish basic features such as expected values and variances, possibility function of random variables

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Learn how to use descriptive statistics when encountered with grouped or ungrouped (raw) data.

Course Contents : Learn how to use descriptive statistics when encountered with grouped or ungrouped (raw) data. In addition, how to calculate and interpret basic concepts of probability rules, random variables, discrete / continuous variable separation.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Motivation: Resources and explanation of basic concepts Readings Lecture
2 Preparation and Analysis of Data Readings Lecture, Problem Session
3 Measures of central tendency for grouped and ungrouped data, calculating and comparing. Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
4 Measures of central tendency for grouped and ungrouped data, calculating and comparing. Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
5 Set Theory and the Sample Space Concept Readings Lecture, Problem Session
6 Permutations and Combinations Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
7 Introduction to Probability: Axioms of Probability, Probability Calculus, Conditional Probability, Independent Events and Bayes´ theorem Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
8 Mid-term exam prepare to exam written exam
9 Distributions of random variables and discrete random variables Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
10 Distributions of continuous random variables Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
11 Calculation of the expected value and variance of a random variable Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
12 The basic properties of Bernoulli and Binomial Distributions Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
13 The basic properties of geometric and Poisson Distributions Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
14 The basic properties of discrete uniform distribution and mixed applications for the consolidation of five discrete distributions Readings, Problem Set and Application Lecture, Problem Session
15 General problem solving and application Problem Set and Application Problem Session
16/17 Final Exam prepare to exam written exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
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  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Explain the importance of demand and supply in economy science and the well-running conditions of the market economy 0
2 Define the role of pricing within the event advantage of the market economy. 0
3 Define the role of the state in economy, money and financial policies, the central bank and the structure of the market. 0
4 Perceive the costs and benefits arising from the global economy 0
5 Produce numerical and policy options when confronted with problems. 4
6 Use quantitative and qualitative techniques of model building, decoding and interpretation. 4
7 Use the theory of economics in the analysis of economic events. 0
8 Use computer programs, do synthesis and present prepared data efficiently. 3
9 Apply the methods of economic analysis. 2
10 Analyze at conceptual level and acquires ability in comparing, interpreting, evaluating and synthesizing in order to develop solutions to problems 4
11 Take responsibility individually and / or in a team, take leadership and work effectively. 0
12 Follow innovative developments in the field being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and improving him-/herself.. 1
13 Use of different sources about an unfamiliar field within academic principles, synthesize gained data and presents effectively. 2
14 Use Turkish and at least one foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. 0
15 Understand and interpret related people´s feelings, thoughts, and behaviours correctly; expresse him-/herself accurately in written and oral language. 2
16 Question traditional attitudes, applications and methods, develop and apply new methods when needed. 4
17 Recognize and apply social, scientific and professional ethical values. 0
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 16 16
    Final Exam 1 18 18
Total Workload: 132
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.28
ECTS Credit: 5