BTRY 3080

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BTRY 3080
Probability Models and Inference

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2019-2020.

This course provides an introduction to probability and parametric inference. Topics include: random variables, standard distributions, the law of large numbers, the central limit theorem, likelihood-based estimation, sampling distributions and hypothesis testing, as well as an introduction to Bayesian methods. Some assignments may involve computation using the R programming language.

When Offered Fall, Spring.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: STSCI 2150 or STSCI 2200/BTRY 3010 or equivalent, MATH 2130 or equivalent.

Outcomes
  • Students will be able to manipulate random variables and their distributions using differential and integral calculus.
  • Students will be able to derive properties of standard probability.
  • Students will be able to derive maximum likelihood estimators for standard probability distributions and discuss their properties.

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Syllabi:

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ILRST 3080, STSCI 3080

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  3268 BTRY 3080   LEC 001

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  • Prerequisites: BTRY 3010, Calculus II, Multivariable calculus, or the equivalent.

  •  3269 BTRY 3080   DIS 201

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  •  3320 BTRY 3080   DIS 202

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