Course Overview
This course introduces students to fundamental statistical tools for the analysis of environmental data. Competencies will be guided by student needs and may include an overview of basic parametric statistics (e.g., t-tests, analysis of variance, linear regression), multivariate analyses (e.g., multivariate analysis of variance, principal components analysis, cluster analysis, canonical correspondence analysis, redundancy analysis, multidimensional scaling), advanced linear regression procedures (e.g., linear mixed effects models, generalized linear models, Akaike information criterium, maximum likelihood, Bayesian inference), and non-parametric approaches. The course is taught from an applied perspective, with less emphasis on theory and more focus on providing hands-on training in the use of statistical analyses. Students apply analytical methods using R statistical software.
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in ECOR 9150
- Introductory course in statistics
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$2,565.19
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Implement basic management, exploration, and analysis of environmental datasets using R
- Select the appropriate statistical tool to answer a research question
- Explain and evaluate the assumptions and limitations of common statistical analyses
- Incorporate and apply common statistical tools for the analysis of environmental data
- Critically interpret and communicate the results of statistical analyses
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
Statistical Applications for Ecological Restoration (ECOR 9305) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Ecological Restoration
Master of Science Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of ECOR 9305 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 52754
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 09 Loading
- CRN 52754
- $2565.19 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This course is reserved for students in MSc Ecological Restoration. Please contact Anita Lai at anita_lai@bcit.ca or 604-432-8465 to request permission.
Confirmation
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Status
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