Microelectronics Technology: Find data sets for MT 222
Data set parameters
Hello MT 222 students! This page has some links and suggestions to get you started finding a data set for use this term.
The first step is to think of a single process that interests you and then identify a data point that is measured over time. Since you'll be working with the data it will make more sense if you are interested in or know enough about the process to manipulate the data. Here are some notes on the characteristics of the data set, from the assignment:
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data set measures a single process and a single characteristic of that process, which is measured repeatedly over time
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the process is controlled to be consistent so the measurement won't expect to have much variance (like in manufacturing) [Note from instructor: This is preferred, but there is some leeway here (for example looking at global temperatures over centuries), and exceptions (for example, for continuously increasing measurements, like populations or economies)]
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data set has a date/time stamp and at least 100, but ideally around 1,000 data points (Note from instructor: the date/time stamp can be assigned)
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available for use in a class term project -- ask your workplace for permission to use data available
Oregon & Portland Websites & Statistics
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American Community Survey Results for OregonPopulation of Oregon from the 2020 Census.
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Portland Neighborhoods: 2020 Census Profiless an overview of socioeconomic data for Portland, and several comparator tables: for Portland
compared to other cities and Portland neighborhoods to each other for selected indicators (a complete dataset of
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EPA ICLUS Data for the Northwest RegionICLUS data made available to the Regional groups of the National Climate Assessment consists of population and housing density.
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Neighborhood Demographic ProfilesPortland profiles by neighborhood were created in collaboration with Portland State University Population Research Center.
Statista -- a new library database!
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Statista This link opens in a new windowStatista is an all-in-one statistics and data platform perfect for PCC students across all disciplines. It offers access to over a million charts, graphs, and infographics covering topics in business, health, technology, social sciences, and more. Students can easily download visuals for use in presentations, papers, and research projects in formats like Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF. Every data point includes citation tools in APA, MLA, and Chicago styles, making academic referencing simple. Statista is a reliable, easy-to-use resource for finding up-to-date, trustworthy data to support your coursework and projects.
United States Statistical Websites
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DATA.govBrowse to identify an agency website and run a query on public data.
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Historical Statistics of the United States This link opens in a new windowThis edition has many new topics plus options for customizing, charting and downloading the data. Some statistics go as far back as Colonial times. Each topic includes essays plus data tables.
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Statistical Abstract of the United States
A summary of statistics on the social, political and economic conditions of the United States.
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American FactfinderFind popular facts, such as population and income, about your community.
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Census QuickFacts (by State & County)QuickFacts provides statistics for all states and counties, and for cities and towns with a population of 5,000 or more. Use it to create your own tables and charts comparing statistical data between states, counties or cities.
Advanced Google Searching
One of the best features of Google's Advanced Search is the ability to limit your search to the areas of the web where the information may be more reliable, such as education sites or government sites. The shortcut for this is to add site:edu or site:gov to your regular Google search. Plenty of .com and .org resources are reliable, like news organizations and think-tanks that produce research and data. Using site:edu or site:gov is particularly useful when your Google search results in a lot of links to websites that are trying to sell you something or that seem of low quality.
For example, if you conduct an ordinary Google search for nutritional supplements, most of your top results will be commercial (.com) sites trying to sell you vitamins. If you search for nutritional supplements site:gov , the top results (except for the sponsored ads) will be sites such as the National Institute of Health and the Food and Drug Administration, which are not trying to sell you a product.* If you search for nutritional supplements site:edu, your top results will be from universities providing research on nutritional supplements.
*Some government websites have experienced the removal of content by the Trump administration, including information about climate, environment, gender, diversity, gun violence and healthcare. Researchers are always advised to verify information by checking multiple sources. Contact a librarian for assistance evaluating content found on government or other websites and locating archived data.
Centers & Institutes
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Institute for Research on PovertyIs a university-based center for research into the causes and consequences of poverty and social inequality in the United States. It is nonprofit and nonpartisan.
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Pew Research CenterIs a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping America and the world.
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Population CouncilConducts research to address critical health and development issues.
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National Opinion Research Center (NORC)NORC at the University of Chicago is an independent research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions.