All Diploma Programme biology students should be able to:
perform the basic arithmetic functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
carry out calculations involving means, decimals, fractions, percentages and ratios
represent and interpret frequency data in the form of bar charts, graphs and histograms, including direct and inverse proportion
plot graphs (with suitable scales and axes) involving two variables that show linear or non-linear relationships
plot and interpret scattergraphs to identify a correlation between two variables, and appreciate that the existence of a correlation does not establish a causal relationship
determine the mode and median of a set of data, calculate and analyse standard deviation
select statistical tests appropriate for the analysis of particular data and interpret the results.
You are also expected to be able to carry out the following statistical test :
Chi squared test
( the T-test may also be useful for IA coursework, see presentation below)