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BMTRY 722 Analysis of Survival Data

Description

This is an introductory course in theory and application of analytic methods for time-to-event data. The methods covered include nonparametric, parametric, and semi-parametric (Cox model) approaches. The topics covered will also include types of censoring, sample size and power estimation. R and SAS will be used interactively throughout the semester for implementation of statistical methods.  Datasets from medical research will be used in class and in homework assignments. 

Prerequisites

BMTRY 700, 706, working knowledge of SAS