MATH 317: Probability and Statistics for Teaching

Course Description

An introduction to probability and statistics emphasizing modeling, problem solving and communication. Topics include fundamental ideas of combinatorics (permutations & combinations), probability (sample spaces, theoretical/experimental probabilities, random variables, expected values, and conditional probabilities), descriptive statistics (measures of center & spread), and inferential statistics (correlation, hypothesis testing, & confidence intervals). Prerequisites: MATH 211 and 213 each with a grade of C or better. Special course fees may apply.