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Probability and Statistics

Probability and Statistics

Code	8489
Year	2
Semester	S1
ECTS Credits	6
Workload	TP(60H)
Scientific area	Mathematics
Entry requirements	No prerequisites
Mode of delivery	Face-to-face.
Work placements	Not applicable.
Learning outcomes	Obtain basic knowledge of Probability and Statistics, vital for future learning of more advanced concepts that arise in the course of academic and/or professional training. Select and apply proper statistical methods to draw conclusions under uncertainty in Engineering. At the end of the course the student should be able to apply probabilistic and statistical concepts in solving engineering problems. Communicate with precision the issues that involve statistical concepts. Use a statistical software in the organization and data processing.
Syllabus	1. Introduction to probability theory: axiomatic and properties of a probability; conditioning and independence; real random variables; Binomial,, Geometric, Poisson, Exponential, Normal distributions; moments and Central Limit Theorem. 2. Introduction to Inferential Statistics: point estimation; properties of the estimators; confidence intervals; hypothesis tests.
Main Bibliography	A. Gonçalves, E., Nogueira, E. e Rosa, A.C. (2016). Probabilidades e Estatística para Ciências e Tecnologia. Conceitos e exercícios resolvidos. Almedina. B. Montgomery, D. e Runger, G. (2011). Applied statistics and probability for engineers, 5th Edt, John Wiley & Sons. Cota: MD-14-00531 C. Ross, S. (2009). Introduction to probability and statistics for engineers and scientists. Amsterdam Elsevier. Cota: F-1.8-01370 (CD) E. Murteira, B., Ribeiro, C., Silva, J.A. e Pimenta, C. (2010). Introdução à estatística. Escolar Editora. Cota: EC-1.0-00135
Language	Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.