PVG0025, Introduction to programming in R, 2.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Level

Third cycle

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

English

Entry Requirements

Objectives

After completing the course the student shall be able to 1) describe what R is and give examples on how R can be used in analysis of data, 2) read data into R from a file and write output to a file, 3) perform basic statistics and graphics in R, 4) use R scripts written by others and write their own shorter R scripts.

Content

Introduction to R Read input from a file Write output to a file Re-formatting a data file Merging data files Writing functions in R Introduction to statistical modelling in R Introduction to graphics in R Course evaluation

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Participation in at least 4 meetings

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Animal Breeding and Genetics

Supplementary information

Other Information

The course consists of five half-day meetings with lectures and computer exercises. In addition the students are expected to do individual work in between meetings. The students will bring their own computers to work on.

Tuition fee for non SLU PhD students: 2 000 SEK.

For application: https://www.slu.se/gs-vmas-courses