MATHS 7103 - Probability & Statistics PG

North Terrace Campus - Trimester 2 - 2022

Probability theory is the branch of mathematics that deals with modelling uncertainty. It is important because of its direct application in areas such as genetics, finance and telecommunications. It also forms the fundamental basis for many other areas in the mathematical sciences including statistics, modern optimisation methods and risk modelling. This course provides an introduction to probability theory, random variables and Markov processes. Topics covered are: probability axioms, conditional probability; Bayes' theorem; discrete random variables, moments, bounding probabilities, probability generating functions, standard discrete distributions; continuous random variables, uniform, normal, Cauchy, exponential, gamma and chi-square distributions, transformations, the Poisson process; bivariate distributions, marginal and conditional distributions, independence, covariance and correlation, linear combinations of two random variables, bivariate normal distribution; sequences of independent random variables, the weak law of large numbers, the central limit theorem; definition and properties of a Markov chain and probability transition matrices; methods for solving equilibrium equations, absorbing Markov chains.

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Course Details

Course Code	MATHS 7103
Course	Probability & Statistics PG
Coordinating Unit	Mathematical Sciences
Term	Trimester 2
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3.5 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	MATHS 1012 or MATHS 1004 or MATHS 7027
Assumed Knowledge	MATHS 7027
Assessment	Ongoing assessment, exam

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Shenal Dedduwakumara

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will be able to:

1	Demonstrate an understanding of basic probability axioms; the rules and moments of discrete and continuous random variables.
2	Derive the probability density function (PDF) of transformations of random variables and generate data from various distributions.
3	Calculate probabilities and derive the marginal and conditional distributions of bivariate random variables.
4	Find equilibrium probablity distributions.
5	Calculate probabilities of absorption and expected hitting times for discrete time Markov chains with absorbing states.

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1,2,3,4,5,6,7
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Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	4,5

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course is delivered in a semester, trimester and intensive format, although enrolment options may be limited by availability.

This course offers opportunities for you to learn through blended learning approaches, meaning some of the learning is done autonomously online and some of the learning is done through face-to-face engagement. This blended approach is used to create a rich scaffolded and supportive learning experience.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

This is a 3-unit course. In the semester or trimester format, you are expected to allocate the following study time to fully meet the Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) for this course. Please note that students work at different paces, so this indicates the approximate time required to complete this course.

Learning Activity	Hours/Week	Duration	Total
Online learning activities	1 hour	12 weeks	12 hours
Face-to-face learning activities	3 hours	12 weeks	36 hours
Indpendent study	4 hours	12 weeks	48 hours
Assessment tasks	5 hours	12 weeks	60 hours
Expected total student workload			156 hours

Learning Activities Summary

You will be required to complete the online learning activities available on MyUni prior to regular face-to-face learning sessions. Throughout these autonomous tasks, you will have time to process new concepts and build foundational knowledge around them. In the face-to-face sessions, you will get a chance to apply that learning to build new skills and address real-world problems.

Learning activities, both online and face-to-face, are scaffolding to the learning builds throughout the course. Through this learning experience, you will be asked to draw on a range of lower-order and higher-order thinking skills.

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Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
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Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

No information currently available.

Assessment Detail

Full descriptions of the assessment tasks and associated grading rubrics are in the Assignments space on the MyUni course site. You will have opportunities to get further clarification on assessment tasks as needed.

Submission

Unless otherwise specified, submit all of your assessments to the Assignments space in the MyUni course site for this course. For written assessments, your submissions will go through Turnitin to check for originality. Make sure your submissions adhere to the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide Academic Integrity policies.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

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