Stats #05: Using SPSS to Develop a Survival Data Model
Content: This three hour training class will give you a general introduction in how to use SPSS software to compute survival data models. These models compare the amount of time until a certain event (such as death or relapse) occurs. This class is useful for anyone who encounters survival times as part of their research. This class will provide hands-on computer experience in the CMH computer lab using SPSS software.
Objectives: In this class, you will learn how to:
- define censoring;
- apply the Kaplan-Meier estimate of the survival function;
- compare survival times using the log-rank test; and
- evaluate effects on survival using the proportional hazards model.
Teaching strategies: Didactic lectures and individual computer exercises.
IRB Education Credits: This class does not qualify for IRB Education Credits (IRBECs).
Outline:
- Seating in the computer lab
- Overview of the STATS web pages
- Stats: Consulting services that I provide
- Installing SPSS terminal server (draft)
- Data management for survival data
- Kaplan Meier
- Guidelines for survival data models
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