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Introduction to Probability Theory

Course Name: 
Introduction to Probability Theory
Course Code: 
MATH2404
Course Credits: 
3
Level: 
II
Prerequisites: 
(MATH1141, MATH1142, MATH1151 & MATH1152) or (M10A & M10B)
Course Description: 

This is a classical course in the theory of probability - the branch of mathematics that quantifies uncertainty. The course provides an initial review of concepts in elementary probability, before moving to a detailed exploration of the notions of density, distribution and moment for discrete and continuous random variables. Various case study examples are used to show how these ideas can be used in solving real-world problems. Finally, asymptotic theory is presented, with an illustration of the use of the Weak Law of Large Numbers and the central limit theorem in sampling technique and approximation.

Content: 
Review of basic notions of probability; Discrete random variables; Continuous random variables; Asymptotic theory.
Assessment: 
The course assessment has three components consisting of an in-course test worth 15%; two assignments worth 7.5% each and a final exam worth 70%.
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