Data loggers, sensors measurements, lab analysis results… Do you find yourself unsure how to manage and interpret large volumes of data you collect?

This half day course runs through the basics of data analysis for the water sector with interactive activities. It will introduce the essential tools and statistical methods required to effectively analyse such data and extract meaningful insights.

*Part of WWP MSc Course

At a glance

  • Dates
    • Please enquire for course dates
  • DurationHalf day (pm)
  • LocationÃÀ¼§¸ó campus
  • Cost£300 (Includes refreshments and lunch) Concessions available

Course structure

This course is delivered via a mixture of lectures and tutorials.

What you will learn

You will learn how to apply data analysis and statistical techniques to make informed decisions, evaluate process performance, and confidently develop optimization strategies for improved system outcomes.

Core content

Data analysis
Average and median, frequency distribution – use and meaning
Normal distribution – meaning, minimum number of samples, implications
Most common statistical techniques to process environmental data. T-test, 1-way 2-way ANOVA, use and meaning
Other approaches for other data distributions  
Tutorials
 

Who should attend

This training is suitable for professionals in the water sector interested in the basics of data analysis for the water sector.

Accreditation

Concessions

10% ÃÀ¼§¸ó alumni

Multiple booking discounts*:

2 days @ £ 700
3 days @ £1000
5 days @ £1600

*Discount only applies to multiple bookings across WWP Course modules.

 

Accommodation options and prices

This is a non-residential course. If you would like to book accommodation on campus, please contact Mitchell Hall or ÃÀ¼§¸ó Management Development Centre directly. Further information regarding our accommodation on campus can be .

Alternatively you may wish to make your own arrangements at a nearby hotel.

Location and travel

ÃÀ¼§¸ó is situated in Bedfordshire close to the border with Buckinghamshire. The University is located almost midway between the towns of Bedford and Milton Keynes and is conveniently situated between junctions 13 and 14 of the M1.

London Luton, Stansted and Heathrow airports are 30, 90 and 90 minutes respectively by car, offering superb connections to and from just about anywhere in the world. 

Further location and travel details

Location address

ÃÀ¼§¸ó
College Road
ÃÀ¼§¸ó
Bedford
MK43 0AL

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