Understanding Data Processing, Analysis, and Management2

This module builds on the knowledge covered in Semester 1 in the COMPTAGE 1 module. It provides a deeper understanding of the tools used to collect and analyze field data. It also introduces new skills in data processing. The module will be divided into three sections as follows:

Unit 1: Databases and Data Processing

The structure, construction, and use of databases necessary for the management and analysis of natural history data.

Segment 2: Population Monitoring

Tools for studying population dynamics (e.g., the Capture-Mark-Recapture [CMR] method, site occupancy models).

Session 3: Using Multivariate Analyses

Overview of multivariate analyses (e.g., Principal Component Analysis [PCA]), primarily applied in the fields of phytosociology and habitats.

Have completed UE COMPTAGE 1

Open to continuing education

- E-4 Be able to apply statistical knowledge to develop a sampling and/or experimental design

- E-5 Be able to describe data numerically and represent it graphically

- E-7 Be able to use a spreadsheet and the R software for simple statistical analyses, calculations, and data manipulation and visualization

- I-9 Be able to present information in a visual format (graph, diagram, drawing, photo, video)

- I-17 Be able to use computer tools to enter, analyze, and save data (spreadsheet, R)

- C-9 Be able to use tools for describing biodiversity at different scales

- 2 days to go Learning to adapt to a new situation