Excel 2019 for Environmental Sciences Statistics: A Guide to Solving Practical Problems

This book is a step-by-step, exercise-driven guide for students and practitioners who need to master Excel to solve practical environmental science problems. It emphasizes the importance of understanding statistics and provides practice problems with solutions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 10 April 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book is a comprehensive guide that showcases the remarkable capabilities of Microsoft Excel in effectively teaching environmental science statistics. Similar to its predecessor, Excel 2016 for Environmental Sciences Statistics, it serves as a step-by-step, exercise-driven resource for students and practitioners seeking to master Excel for solving practical environmental science problems. Whether you have a limited background in statistics, a preference for non-mathematical approaches, or are new to computers and Excel, this book is an ideal starting point for your journey into the world of quantitative analysis in environmental science courses.

Excel, a widely accessible computer program utilized by students and professionals alike, has emerged as a powerful teaching and learning tool for quantitative analyses in environmental science courses. Its robust computational capabilities and graphical functions have significantly simplified the learning process of statistics, surpassing previous methods. Excel 2019 for Environmental Sciences Statistics: A Guide to Solving Practical Problems takes full advantage of these advancements by equipping students and managers with the knowledge and skills to apply Excel to statistical techniques essential to their courses and work.

In this revised edition, each chapter delves into statistical formulas, guiding the reader to employ Excel commands to solve concise and easily graspable environmental science problems. Comprehensive practice problems are provided at the conclusion of each chapter, accompanied by their solutions in an appendix. Additionally, a comprehensive practice test (with answers in an appendix) is available, allowing readers to assess their understanding and reinforce their learning.

By leveraging the power of Microsoft Excel, this book empowers students and practitioners to unlock the full potential of quantitative analysis in environmental science. It serves as a valuable resource for enhancing your statistical skills, facilitating data management, and presenting findings with clarity and precision. Whether you are a student, researcher, or professional seeking to advance your knowledge in environmental science, Excel 2019 for Environmental Sciences Statistics is an indispensable tool that will empower you to solve complex problems and make informed decisions.

Weight: 416g
Dimension: 154 x 233 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030662769
Edition number: 2nd ed. 2021