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SEMINAR: INTRODUCTION TO ABS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
UNDERSTANDING DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
INTRODUCTION TO LABOUR STATISTICS
TURNING DATA INTO INFORMATION
BASIC SURVEY DESIGN
ANALYSING SURVEY DATA MADE SIMPLE
INTRODUCTION TO SAMPLING TECHNIQUES
MAKING QUALITY INFORMED DECISIONS
PRINCIPLES OF QUESTIONNAIRE DESIGN
SEMINAR: CENSUS INFORMATION SESSIONS
SEMINAR: AUSTRALIAN SOCIAL TRENDS


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SEMINAR: INTRODUCTION TO ABS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

ObjectivesThis session is designed to give participants an overall understanding of ABS products and services, including those offered to State Government.
Who should attendNew starters in the State Service or others who expect to use ABS products and services.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • the range of ABS products and services available;
    • how to access ABS products and services; and
    • an introduction to CDATA online.
Length1 1/2 hours
When5 December 2008
CostFree
For further informationPhone Terri Fox on 03 6222 5835 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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UNDERSTANDING DEMOGRAPHIC DATA


ObjectivesTo develop participants' understanding of the demographic data framework and the processes which shape the population and will include practical exercises in the analysis of demographic data.
Who should attendPeople with an interest in Australia's changing population and society and those who want to use demographic data to inform debate, analysis and commentary on population issues.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • how the ABS produces population estimates and projections and the relationship between this data and the Population Census;
    • the components of population growth - birth, deaths and migration;
    • the relevance of demographic data to social and economic issues, as well as tools for demographic analysis.
Length1 day
When23 February 2009
Cost$450
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au


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INTRODUCTION TO LABOUR STATISTICS

ObjectivesThis seminar is designed to provide an overview of the range of concepts and issues associated with ABS labour statistics.
Who should attendPeople who analyse and interpret labour statistics.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • the labour market statistical framework, including concepts associated with employment and unemployment status;
    • statistical descriptions of working arrangements and conditions of employment;
    • measurement of labour market dynamics, income and costs;
    • data describing labour market industrial climate; and
    • non-ABS sources of statistics describing labour demand.
Length1 day
When12 March 2009
Cost$450
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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TURNING DATA INTO INFORMATION

ObjectivesTo develop skills in the processes and techniques of data analysis relating to social issues.
Who should attendPeople who want to use data to produce a report or social commentary, or people who are involved with monitoring and evaluation in a social context.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • how the collection and compilation of data affects its usefulness, quality, and relevance;
    • how to communicate results of analysis;
    • how to construct good tables and graphs;
    • the common pitfalls in social data analysis.
Length2 full days
WhenNot currently scheduled
Cost$750
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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BASIC SURVEY DESIGN

ObjectivesTo provide participants with an appreciation of the issues associated with survey design and management.
Who should attendPeople who would like to conduct their own sample survey or who would like to gain a broad understanding of the issues associated with the survey process.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • the formulation of survey objectives and project briefs;
    • issues and limitations associated with survey management and design;
    • appropriate survey techniques for data collection;
    • the entire survey process.
Length2 days
WhenNot currently scheduled
CostTo be advised
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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ANALYSING SURVEY DATA MADE SIMPLE


ObjectivesA computer-based course that aims to develop knowledge of descriptive statistics used when analysing data.
Who should attendPeople who want to increase their knowledge of basic statistical analysis.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • univariate and bivariate analysis - mean, median, graph, distribution, histograms, variance/standard deviation, normal distributions;
    • survey sampling - weighting, estimation (including differences, movements and ratios), standard error, confidence intervals, significance testing.
Length2 days
WhenNot currently scheduled
CostTo be advised
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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INTRODUCTION TO SAMPLING TECHNIQUES

ObjectivesThe course introduces statistical techniques and concepts used in the design and analysis of sample surveys.
Who should attendPeople who need to design and conduct a sample survey, or who wish to gain an understanding of how a sample is selected to meet survey objectives.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • elementary statistical concepts used in survey design;
    • different types of sample design methods;
    • estimation methods;
    • constraints of using survey data.
Length2 days
WhenNot currently scheduled
CostTo be advised
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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MAKING QUALITY INFORMED DECISIONS

ObjectivesThe course introduces the concept of 'holistic quality' through the use of a data quality framework for a statistical collection. The framework ensures that users of statistics are able to assess whether the statistics are fit for their intended use.
Who should attendPeople who use statistics in decision-making and who want to understand how to evaluate the appropriateness of a particular statistical collection.

People who are involved in producing statistics and who want to ensure that these statistics are used appropriately.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
    • how to set up a quality framework;
    • risk management in making statistical decisions;
    • how to assess datasets in context of data need; and
    • using information on data quality to make better informed decisions.
Length1 day
WhenNot currently scheduled
CostTo be advised
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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PRINCIPLES OF QUESTIONNAIRE DESIGN


ObjectivesTo provide participants with an awareness and understanding of questionnaire design principles. The course is run as a practical workshop.
Who should attendPeople who need to design and conduct a survey, and wish to gain an understanding of how to design a questionnaire that will collect information accurately and concisely.
Course benefitsIncreased:
    • ability to define the survey's objectives and use appropriate collection methods;
    • understanding of how to develop questionnaire content, with simple language and visual clarity;
    • understanding of how to develop instructions, coding, definitions and classifications to accompany questions;
    • understanding of testing to ensure questionnaire meets survey objectives.
Length2 days
WhenNot currently scheduled
CostTo be advised
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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SEMINAR: CENSUS INFORMATION SESSIONS


ObjectivesTo provide potential users of census data information about the variety of products available, timeframes for release, and procedures for obtaining customised tables or other information consultancies.
Who should attendPeople who want to increase their knowledge about census related products and services.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of:
  • product briefs, both basic and advanced;
  • important changes occurring in 2006;
  • timeframes for data and product releases;
  • advanced ordering service for customised tables; and
  • improvements to the ABS web site.
Length1 hour
WhenAs requested
CostTo be advised
For further informationPhone Terri Fox on 03 6222 5835 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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SEMINAR: AUSTRALIAN SOCIAL TRENDS


ObjectivesTo provide an overview of Australian society and how it is changing over time, using mainly national data. Information about Tasmania will be highlighted.
Who should attendAnyone with an interest in contemporary social issues and public policy.
Course benefitsIncreased understanding of key social trends and issues, including:
    • population;
    • family and community;
    • health;
    • education and training;
    • work;
    • economic resources; and
    • housing.
Length2 hours
WhenNot currently scheduled
CostTo be advised
For further informationPhone Sally Wilkinson on 03 6222 5878 or email tasmania.statistics@abs.gov.au

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