2010 Course Handbook
BCA817: Probability and Distribution Theory
This subject will introduce students to the probability and distributional theory underlying major methods in biostatistics. Topics covered will include probability definitions, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, and maximum likelihood and other estimation methods. Focus will be on developing calculus-based skills to solve theoretical and practical problems.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | -- |
| When Offered: |
X1 - External study; Offered in the first half-year
(On Campus session: No session) X2 - External study; Offered in the second half-year (On Campus session: No session) |
| Staff Contact: | Associate Professor Gillian Heller |
| Prerequisites: | BCA802 |
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| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: |
Department of Statistics Faculty of Science |