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Course Description_MAS 102

MAS 102: Probability and Distribution Theory I is a 3-credit course designed to enhance learners' understanding of probability theory and bivariate distributions, focusing on real-world applications. Students will learn to apply continuous distributions, analyze bivariate distributions, and utilize statistical software for modeling relationships. Assessment includes a combination of formative and summative evaluations, with core readings from notable statistics textbooks.

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Course Description_MAS 102

MAS 102: Probability and Distribution Theory I is a 3-credit course designed to enhance learners' understanding of probability theory and bivariate distributions, focusing on real-world applications. Students will learn to apply continuous distributions, analyze bivariate distributions, and utilize statistical software for modeling relationships. Assessment includes a combination of formative and summative evaluations, with core readings from notable statistics textbooks.

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MAS 102: Probability and Distribution Theory I

Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 42
Contact hours: 45
Pre-requisite: MAS 103

Purpose of the Course


To deepen learners’ understanding of probability theory and bivariate distributions, so that they are able to analyze
relationships between variables.

Expected Learning Outcomes of the Course


By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
a) apply concepts from special continuous distributions to model and interpret real-world scenarios.
b) analyze and interpret bivariate distributions, including marginal and conditional probabilities and stochastic
independence.
c) derive distributions of functions of random variables.
d) utilize statistical software to model and visualize relationships between variables effectively.

Course Content
Review of probability theory: Review of MAS 103; Special Continuous Distributions: Gamma, Use of Incomplete
gamma tables, Chi-square, Weibull, Beta, Cauchy; Bivariate probability distributions: The joint probability law,
marginal and conditional distributions, stochastic independence, conditional expectations and regression. The
Bivariate normal distribution: Distribution of functions of two random variables: The distribution function technique,
moment generating function technique, variable transformation technique.

Instructional Methods
Interactive lectures, hands-on software-based practical sessions, group discussions, and problem solving exercises.

Instructional Materials and/or Equipment


Lecture notes, statistical software, computers or laptops, projectors, and curated datasets.

Learner Assessment at Course Level


The course shall be assessed through formative and summative assessments. The distribution of marks will be as
follows:
a) Formative assessment (Continuous Assessment Test) accounting for 30%.
b) Summative assessment (End of Semester Examination) accounting for 70%.

Core Reading Materials for the Course


1. Morris H DeGroot & Mark J Schervish (2012), Probability and Statistics; 4th Edition, Pearson Education, Inc.
ISBN 978-0-321-50046-5.
2. Robert V Hogg & Allen T Craig (2004) Introduction to Mathematical Statistics; 5th Edition, Pearson Education,
Inc. ISBN 13: 9780023557224.

Recommended Reference Materials for the Course


1. S C Gupta & V K Kapoor (2000), Fundamentals of Mathematical Statistics (A Modern Approach); 10th Edition,
Sultan Chand & Sons. ISBN 81-7014-791-3.
2. Jay L Devore & Kenneth N Berk (2012), Modern Mathematical Statistics with Applications 2nd Edition, Springer
Texts in Statistics. ISBN 978-1-4614-0390-6.
3. William Mendenhall, III, Robert J Beaver & Barbara M Beaver (2013), Introduction to Probability and Statistics
14th Edition, Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning. ISBN: 1-133-10375-8.

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