Course overview
This course aims to equip students with essential statistical methods and analytical tools vital for human factors research. The focus is on developing robust understanding and skills in executing various statistical tests, from foundational concepts to advanced analysis techniques. By learning topics such as descriptive statistics, null hypothesis significance testing, programming with statistics software packages, data visualization, parametric and non-parametric methods, and advanced topics like regression, latent variable analysis, and General Linear Model, students will be prepared to conduct rigorous and meaningful research in human factors, ensuring they can effectively analyse data, and interpret results within real-world applications.
- Fundamentals of Statistics for Human Factors
- Hypothesis Testing and Inferential Statistics
- Advanced Statistical Methods
Course learning outcomes
- Describe fundamental statistical principles for human factor research.
- Analyse the results from practical statistical tests commonly used in human factor research.
- Apply statistical computing software to perform data manipulation, execute various statistical tests, and create impactful visualisations.
- Examine research designs and data quality, using statistical techniques and measures to ensure research standards.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 27883
Section FR01
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 27884
Section PR01
Size 25
Available 25
Class number 27885
Section PR02
Size 25
Available 25
Fee calculator
To display course fees, please select your status and program below:
We’re updating this Fee Calculator. It currently shows fees for programs only. Please check the relevant program for full fee details.
Study Abroad student tuition fees are available here.
Only some Postgraduate Coursework programs are available as Commonwealth Supported. Please check your program for specific fee information.
The Student Contribution amount displayed below is for students commencing a new program from 2021 onwards. If you are continuing in a program you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, or are commencing an Honours degree relating to an undergraduate degree you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, you may be charged a different Student Contribution amount from the amount displayed below. Please check the Student Contribution bands for continuing students here. If you are an international student, or a domestic student studying in a full fee paying place, and are continuing study that you commenced in 2025 or earlier, your fees will be available here before enrolments open for 2026.