03848 - Medical Statistics (AK)

Learning outcomes

Al termine del corso lo studente avrà acquisito le conoscenze degli elementi-base per un utilizzo autonomo e corretto dei dati in ambito sanitario e gli strumenti della statistica medica e dell'epidemiologia clinica per una lettura critica della letteratura medico-scientifica.

Course contents

Observation units, variables, and measurement scales.

Frequency distributions and graphical representations.

Measures of central tendency and variability.

Shape of a frequency distribution.

Relationship between two variables: contingency tables and correlation indices.

Introduction to probability: random variables and probability models.

Random sampling, estimator theory, and confidence intervals.

Statistical tests for comparing means, proportions, and distributions.

Readings/Bibliography

Pagano, M., & Gauvreau, K. (2003). Biostatistica (2nd Italian ed.). Naples: Idelson-Gnocchi. [Chapters 1–3, 6–15]

Teaching methods

Lectures and exam simulation.

Assessment methods

The final exam is a paper-based, multiple-choice test consisting of 13 questions (each with 4 choices, only one of which is correct), to be completed in 15 minutes. The test covers only the content of the Medical Statistics teaching unit.

The exam is passed with at least 6 correct answers. There are no penalties for wrong or blank answers. Students who fail the exam can retake it on the next available date (there is no restriction on consecutive attempts).

The use of calculators is not required. The use of formula sheets or any other supporting materials is not permitted. Non-native Italian speakers are encouraged to use a bilingual dictionary.

Grades will be sent by email to each student's institutional address (@studio.unibo.it). The student has three days to reject the grade by replying to the professor's message. After that, the grade will be considered accepted.

Reviewing the exam with the professor is possible, upon request, only in case of a failing grade. Details about the test questions or the student's incorrect answers will not be shared by email.

Students with specific learning disorders (SLD) or those with temporary or permanent disabilities are advised to contact the relevant office in advance (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students) to arrange appropriate compensatory measures. The request must be submitted to the professor at least 15 days before the exam date. The professor will assess the suitability of the proposed measures in relation to the course's learning objectives.

Teaching tools

The slides and scientific articles presented in class will be made available to students on the university's online platform, along with other selected teaching materials.

Office hours

See the website of Jacopo Lenzi