Johns Hopkins University

Foundations of Probability and Random Variables

Johns Hopkins University

Foundations of Probability and Random Variables

Ian McCulloh
Tony Johnson

Instructors: Ian McCulloh

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Intermediate level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master combinatorial techniques, including permutations, combinations, and multinomial coefficients, to solve counting and probability problems.

  • Apply probability axioms, construct Venn diagrams, and calculate sample space sizes to evaluate probabilities in various scenarios.

  • Utilize Bayes' formula, the multiplication rule, and conditional probability to assess event relationships and solve real-world problems.

  • Analyze discrete and continuous random variables using probability density functions, cumulative distribution functions, and expected values.

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