Statistical Methods in Practice

This is a practical book on how to apply statistical methods successfully. The Authors have deliberately kept formulae to a minimum to enable the reader to concentrate on how to use the methods and to understand what the methods are for. Each method is introduced and used in a real situation from industry or research. <p>Each chapter features situations based on the authors’ experience and looks at statistical methods for analysing data and, where appropriate, discusses the assumptions of these methods.</p> <p>Key features:</p> <ul type=”disc”> <li>Provides a practical hands-on manual for workplace applications.</li> <li>Introduces a broad range of statistical methods from confidence intervals to trend analysis.</li> <li>Combines realistic case studies and examples with a practical approach to statistical analysis.</li> <li>Features examples drawn from a wide range of industries including chemicals, petrochemicals, nuclear power, food and pharmaceuticals.</li> <li>Includes a supporting website, providing software to aid tutorials.</li> </ul> <p>Scientists and technologists of all levels who are required to design, conduct and analyse experiments will find this book to be essential reading.</p>