BIOS 637. Advanced Modeling: Survival and Other Multivariable Data.
Credits: 4
Offered by: Epidemiology and Biostatistics (Graduate Studies)
Terms offered: Winter 2027
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Description
Advanced applied biostatistics course dealing with flexible modeling of non-linear effects of continuous covariates in multivariable analyses, and survival data, including e.g. time-varying covariates and time-dependent or cumulative effects. Focus on the concepts, limitations and advantages of specific methods, and interpretation of their results. In addition to 3 hours of weekly lectures, shared with epidemiology students, an additional hour/week focuses on statistical inference and complex simulation methods. Students get hands-on experience in designing and implementing simulations for survival analyses, through individual term projects.
- Restriction(s): Graduate students in Biostatistics or Math/Stat programs, or permission of the instructor.
- Students are expected to have a good understanding of multivariable regression and basic knowledge of survival analysis.