6. Statistical Models for Data Science

Topics, Class Notes and Code Assignments and Side Readings
  • Linear regression models
    • Model structure
    • Parameter estimation
    • Applications of linear regression
    • Case studies
  • Logistic regression model
    • Model structure
    • Estimating coefficients
    • Prediction vs classification
    • Case Studies
  • Notes and code
  • Optional Reading Assignments
  • Written Assignment (Part II): Use the data set in the last week assignment to perform a regression analysis. After next week's cross-validation, you will have a comprehensive statisticcal report on regression modeling.
  • Project guideline (updated): [HTML] [PDF]