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SPSS: An Introduction to SPSS System and Programming
This is a beginners course that will introduce you to the basics. We will concentrate on learning the data structures and commands necessary for data manipulation. This course is designed for those who want to learn to write programs to accomplish typical data-processing tasks, including creating graphics. The course will give beginners a strong foundation for state-of-the-art programming.
Benefits
import/export data,
create and manipulate data (vectors, matrices, etc)
use the graphical features of the software to explore data
create and enhance different kinds of plots
write functions to automate data analysis tasks
Course Topics
Day 1
Installation and Demonstration
Import/Export files
Data Manipulation and Management
Graphics
Day 2
Advanced data types
Writing Functions
Create and Enhance Plots
Tips and Troubleshooting
Course Format
This course consists of a series of short lectures with demonstrations and interactive sessions for the participants. Each student is provided with bound copies of the notes and a CD-ROM containing all examples and exercises used on the course.
Duration and Prerequisites
Duration: 2 days
Before attending this course, you should have some basic computer experience:
use a keyboard
running software under windows and/or unix environment
