STA2101 Sampling Theory

Sample surveys are one of the main sources of data used in socio-economic planning and development. Sample survey theory provides the theory of how representative samples from a given population parameters.  It details how challenges involved in design can be arrived at. A large part of sample survey theory has been directly motivated by practical problems encountered in the design and analysis of sample surveys.  On the other hand, sample survey theory has influenced practice, often leading to significant improvements.

General Course Objectives
By the end of the course, the participants should be in a good position to:

• To Define key concepts in sampling
• To discuss the various types of sampling
• To examine the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of sampling
• To use the knowledge acquired to solve various problems in real life 

Expected Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:

• Show understanding of the principles of sample survey statistics,
• Design and analyze surveys of moderate complexity,
• Calculate sample sizes necessary to achieve predefined goals;
• Produce estimates and fit models for data obtained through surveys