MATH 4426 Probability

Name: Probability
Rating: 3.59 (406 reviews)

This course provides a general introduction to modern probability theory. Topics include probability spaces, discrete and continuous random variables, joint and conditional distributions, mathematical expectation, the central limit theorem, and the weak law of large numbers. Applications to real data will be stressed, and we will use the computer to explore many concepts.

Course overview

Department: Mathematics
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Every Fall,Every Spring

Catalog details

Prerequisites: MATH2202 or MATH2203

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Requirements fulfilled

Mathematics B.A.: 4000-level Mathematics elective options (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
Mathematics B.S.: 4000-level Mathematics elective options (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

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Official evaluation summary

3.59 / 5

Based on 406 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Robert Gross
Fall 2026, Spring 2025, Fall 2023, Spring 2023 · Official rating 2.42/5
Daniel Chambers
Spring 2022 · Official rating 4.45/5
Jamison Wolf
Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2022, Fall 2021 · Official rating 3.66/5
Rishi Sonthalia
Spring 2026 · Official rating 4.12/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Robert Gross · Gasson Hall 302 MWF 01:00PM-01:50PM · Offered
Section 02
Fall 2026 · Robert Gross · Gasson Hall 302 MWF 02:00PM-02:50PM · Offered