AESC40180 Data Analysis for Biologists

Academic Year 2023/2024

The core principles required in the quantitative analysis, interpretation and communication of ecological data are described. Emphasis is placed on the use of generalized linear models to evaluate relationships between univariate response variables (e.g. specific population abundance) and ecological drivers (e.g. management factors), and on the use of multivariate methods to evaluate and compare the influence of environmental factors on plant and animal communities. In addition, generalized linear mixed models usage and applications will be covered. Empirical datasets are provided and worked examples used in classes that will not assume significant levels of prior knowledge. Emphasis will be placed on how the described methods are used for practical management. All practicals are conducted through R.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the differences and objectives in univariate and multivariate data
2. Analyze data and interpret what the results signify
3. prepare and present an analysis of their own data producing outputs suitable for publication both in numerical and graphical form
4. Become familiar with running models through R
5. Appraise similar methods in the literature

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

12
Computer Aided Lab

24
Autonomous Student Learning

64
Total

100
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Using delivered course content material as basic level of knowledge, in class problems are given to students to use as self assessment markers with feedback provided through discussion. This is achieved through active/task-based learning; peer and group work; lectures; reflective learning. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Project: Project Coursework (End of Trimester) n/a Graded Yes

100

Carry forward of passed components
No
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Summer No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

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Name Role
Ms Laura Gallego-Lorenzo Tutor
Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 
Spring
      
Laboratory Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Wed 09:00 - 09:50
Laboratory Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Wed 10:00 - 11:50
Spring