Probability and Statistics

A study of probability models.

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About This Course

Course Name/Code: Probability and Statistics, ASMA 238
Catalog Description: A study of probability models, conditional probability, elements of combinatorial math, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, expectations, random sampling, statistics, and estimation and confidence levels.
Prerequisites: ASMA 131, or successful completion of two years of high school algebra, or approval from faculty.    Credits/Hours: 3

Instructors and Texts

Instructors Who Teach This Course: Mr. Phil Price
Required Text(s) Students must purchase and possess the required text(s) by the first day of class. Order early:

  • Douglas A. Lind, William G. Marchal, and Samuel A. Wathen. Statistical Techniques in Business and Economics.15th edition, 2011. McGraw-Hill Higher Education.
    • ISBN-13: 9780073401805
    • A money-saving alternative to buying a hard copy of the text may be found at www.coursesmart.com. Enter the book ISBN and you will see an option to buy a 360 day “eTextbook” subscription.

Course Workload Preview

The following preview of anticipated course workload is subject to instructor change

  • Complete 11 homework assignments from textbook.
  • Participate in online discussion posts.
  • Take 4 tests, and 1 final exam.