Apr 03, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog (BETA) Cal State East Bay 
    
2026-2027 Catalog (BETA) Cal State East Bay
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STAT 321 - Probability Through Simulation


Units: 3
Introductory probability using simulation methods.  Estimation of probabilities applying the Law of Large Numbers using repeated sampling.  Accuracy of probabilities applying the Central Limit Theorem using repeated sampling.  Simulating conditional probabilities using conditional programming techniques.  Bootstrapping, Randomization Testing, Bayesian Modeling.

Prerequisites: CS 100.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Spring ONLY


Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
 

  1. Create simulations of different kinds of probability estimates using computer scripts.
  2. Evaluate the accuracy of different kinds of probability estimates by writing computer scripts.




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