Design of Experiments

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
STAT X500
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Course ID
208197
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of experimental design principles and techniques. Through theory, practical applications and use of R programming language, students will develop the skills necessary to effectively plan, conduct, and analyse experiments to enable informed decision-making across various fields, e.g., science, engineering, or business. The course builds on the foundational knowledge of probability and statistical techniques developed in earlier courses to apply these skills in the design and analysis of experiments, emphasising the importance of planning and methodological rigor in obtaining valid results.

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply the fundamental principles of experimental design, including randomisation, replication, blocking and control to the planning and execution of experiments
  • Analyse factorial experimental designs to identify patterns, resolve aliasing, and discern optimal design configurations
  • Critically evaluate the design, execution, and results of experiments from own experiments or published research or industry, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and potential improvements
  • Perform power calculations to determine sample size needed to identify scientifically meaningful results
  • Devise a plan and analyse data from an experiment using R programming language
  • Communicate experimental design and analysis of results effectively through written reports and visualisations

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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