MT4614
Design of Experiments
2018-2019
15
7
SCQF level 10
2
Academic year(s): 2018-2019
SCOTCAT credits : 15
ECTS credits : 7
Level : SCQF level 10
Semester: 2
Availability restrictions: Not automatically available to General Degree students
Planned timetable:
This module introduces a wide range of features that occur in real comparative experiments, such as choice of blocks and replication as well as type of design. It includes enough about the analysis of data from experiments to show what has to be considered at the design stage. It includes consultation with the scientist and interpretation of the results.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass MT2508 and pass MT3501
Weekly contact: 2.5 lectures (weeks 1 - 10) and either tutorial or practical (weeks 2 - 11).
Scheduled learning hours: 35
Guided independent study hours: 115
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 80%, Presentation = 10%, Coursework = 10%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 80%
Practical examinations : 10%
Coursework: 10%
Re-assessment: 2-hour Written Examination = 100%