MATH 630Foundations of Probability

Units: 0.50
Level: Graduate
Faculty: Mathematics
Subject: Mathematics

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 1 lecture section. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course will explore the basic properties of probability focusing on both discrete and continuous random variables. Topics include: Laws of probability, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distributions, mean, variance, generating functions, Markov chains, problem solving, history of probability.

Prerequisites

None listed.

Corequisites

Completed or concurrently enrolled in:
- MATH600 - Introduction to Mathematical Software for Teachers (0.25)
- MATH692 - Reading, Writing and Discovering Proofs (0.25)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

MATH 631

Winter 2027 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
Section	Class	Enrolled	Meets
LEC 081	7430	0 / 40	Online or by arrangement

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In 30 terms, Fall 2010 to Winter 2024