Advanced Probability and Statistical Methods
Advanced Probability and Statistical Methods
This course is part of Statistical Methods for Computer Science Specialization
Instructors: Ian McCulloh
What you'll learn
Learn to analyze relationships between random variables through joint probability distributions and independence concepts.
Understand how to calculate and interpret expected values, variances, and correlations for random variables.
Acquire essential skills in conducting statistical tests, including T-tests and confidence intervals, for data analysis.
Explore the principles of Markov chains and their applications in modeling systems with memoryless properties and calculating entropy.
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This course is part of the Statistical Methods for Computer Science Specialization
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