This document discusses sampling concepts and methods. It defines key terms like population, element, sampling frame, sample, and sampling unit. It describes the difference between probability and non-probability sampling designs. Probability designs include simple random sampling, systematic sampling, and stratified sampling. Non-probability designs include convenience sampling and judgmental sampling. The document also covers sampling error versus non-sampling error and factors to consider when determining sample size like variability, confidence level, and margin of error. Sample size formulas are provided for estimating population means and proportions.