BIOS 6311 Linear Models

3 SCH. This course provides rigorous mathematical principles of linear statistical models. Topics include vectors of random variables, multivariate normal distribution, quadratic forms, theoretical treatment of general linear models including Gauss-Markov theorem, estimation, hypothesis testing, polynomial regression, analysis of variance, and analysis of covariance. Prerequisite: BIOS 5311 and familiarity with multivariate calculus and linear algebra is expected. Letter Grade