STA 6003 - Advanced Design of Experiments

(4 credits)

Introduction to response surface methodology; graduating functions; least squares for response surface work; the use of steepest ascent to achieve process improvement; fitting second order models; adequacy of estimation and the use of transformations; exploration of maxima and ridge systems with second order response surfaces; links between empirical and theoretical models; response surface methods in parameter design. Prerequisite STA 5003

Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (STA 503).

Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.