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After completion of this module, students are able to create complex experimental designs and are familiar with advanced statistical and graphical methods of analysis.

This course deals with evaluation techniques for ecological data and with the interplay between experimental design and data analysis. Multivariate statistical methods are presented with a focus on techniques common in community ecology. These include both exploratory statistics (e.g. ordination and classification) and hypothesis testing with an emphasis on nonparametric permutation tests. The necessary theory will be outlined as a basis for the practical work with specific software.  

A firm understanding of basic statistical methods such as analysis of variance and regression is assumed. Since this course is specifically intended for people during preparation of their theses, there will be the possibility to bring own data sets.

Participants prepare a report for assessment at the end of the course.

Will be discussed in the first lesson.

Presence at the introductory session on 12 March 2014 is mandatory for participation.