Fall 2006

Math 401 Elementary Theory of Probability


General Information, Syllabus, Assessment and Test Dates

Undergraduate Catalog Description: Counting theory; axiomatic probability, random variables, expectation, limit theorems. Applications of the theory of probabiloity to a variety of practical problems. Credit not given for both Math 401 and Math 403. Fall semester. Prerequisite: Math 244.

Objectives

  • Develop a thorough understanding of the concepts and techniques of the theory of probbility
  • Further develop the ability to apply your knowledge to solve problems
  • Learn the probability and mathematical background necessary to study mathematical statistics
  • (Further) develop skills for working effectively with others on mathematics problems

Syllabus

Chapter 1: What is Statistics?
Chapter 2: Probability
Chapter 3: Discrete Random Variables and Their Probability Distributions
Chapter 4: Continuous Random Variables and Their Probability Distributions
Chapter 5: Multivariate Probability Distributions
Chapter 6: Functions of Random Variables
Chapter 7: Sampling Distributions and the Central Limit Theorem

Assessment
1.Homework15%
2.Worksheets10%
2.Tests45%
3.Final Examination30%

Test Schedule

Test 1: Monday, September 25
Test 2: Friday October 27
Test 3: Wednesday November 29
Final: Friday December 15, Noon
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