Probability and statistics (for SV)
Summary
Introduction to notions of probability and basic statistics.
Content
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Probability and counting
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Conditional probability
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Random variables and their distributions
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Expectation
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Continuous random variables
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Moments
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Joint distributions
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Transformations
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Conditional expectation
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Inequalities and limit theorems
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Basic statistics
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Design of experiments
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, the student must be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of the course material
- Apply the course material to answer exercises and real life questions
Transversal skills
- Use a work methodology appropriate to the task.
Teaching methods
Lectures and group exercises
Expected student activities
Students should be prepared to participate in their learning by participating during lecture, asking questions, and contributing to exercise sessions
Assessment methods
Written
Resources
Bibliography
- Introduction to Probability by Blitzstein (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VmkAAGOYCTORq1wxSQqy255qLJjTNvBI/edit)
Ressources en bibliothèque
In the programs
- Semester: Fall
- Exam form: Written (winter session)
- Subject examined: Probability and statistics (for SV)
- Courses: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Exercises: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Type: mandatory