STAT 061. Mathematical Statistics I


Introduction to the mathematical theory of frequentist and Bayesian statistical inference. Topics include parameter estimation, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing, linear regression methods and Bayesian inference. Students needing to learn applied statistics and data analysis should consider Stat 021 in addition to or instead of this course.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in both STAT 051  and MATH 027   or MATH 028  ; or permission of the instructor.  STAT 011  or the equivalent and some experience with computing are strongly recommended.
Natural Science and Engineering
1 credit.
Eligible for COGS
Fall 2022. Thornton.
Fall 2023. Luby.
Fall 2024. Staff.
Catalog chapter: Mathematics and Statistics  
Department website: http://www.swarthmore.edu/mathematics-statistics


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