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STAT 385

Stat Learning and Big Data I

Math, Statistics, & Comp Scnc

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
3.06
Easiness
2.80
Total regs
363

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
3.06
A
38.3%
139
B
43.8%
159
C
9.1%
33
D
2.8%
10
F
1.7%
6
W
4.4%
16
A–F + W
363
Other outcomes
0
All registrations
363

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
3.06
Easiness
2.80
C or better
95.4%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
98.3%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
4.4%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
B
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
363
A–F and W outcomes

STAT 385 by Professor

Ranked by historical GPA for 2024SP–2026SP · A–F outcomes only · minimum 20 graded outcomes

#1
Zhong, Pingshou
3.34
RMP
1.8
13 reviews
Graded
119
Total regs
122
#2
Yang, Min
3.34
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Sampling algorithms; nonparametric tests; data mining: classification, clustering, LASSO, cross-validation, Principle Component Regression; and big data analysis focus on R-package. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in STAT 382 ; and consent of the instructor. Students in the BS in Data Science may satisfy the prerequisite with grade of C or better in IDS 462 instead of STAT 382 .

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Methodology
RMP
1.9
10 reviews
Graded
38
Total regs
38
#3
Embers, Dale Gene
3.28
RMP
4.4
107 reviews
Graded
81
Total regs
84
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Professor
Avg GPA
Student rating
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Zhong, Pingshou
    3.34
    1.8 (13)
    119
    122
  • 2
    Yang, Min
    3.34
    1.9 (10)
    38
    38
  • 3
    Embers, Dale Gene
    3.28
    4.4 (107)
    81
    84
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