STA5070Z - Problem Structuring And System Dynamics

15 credits at NQF level 9

Entry Requirements:

Acceptance into Master’s programs in Advanced Analytics, Data Science or Biostatistics, and/or statistical background deemed sufficient by the Head of Department.

Course Outline:

Problem Structuring: We explore a number of tools and methods which support the initial phases of a process of enquiry or analysis. Our interest is in understanding both the epistemological basis of different approaches as well as evaluating the extent to which they add rigour and promote insight. We will be critiquing the efficacy of different approaches through a variety of case studies. System Dynamics: We discuss features that result in complexity of systems, with case studies. These are then represented first qualitatively and then quantitatively in simulation studies using appropriate software (Vensim is proposed). The course may not be offered every year.