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Probability and Risk Analysis for Engineers

Industrial Engineering and Operations ResearchUndergraduateCOE - College of Engineering

Subject

INDENG

Course Number

172

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Probability and Risk Analysis for Engineers

Course Description

This is an introductory course in probability designed to develop a good understanding of uncertain phenomena and the mathematical tools used to model and analyze it. Applications will be given in such areas as reliability theory, risk theory, inventory theory, financial models, and computer science, among others. This course is a probability course and cannot be used to fulfill any engineering unit or elective requirements.

Minimum

4

Maximum

4

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Instructors

Staff

American Cultures Requirement

No

Reading and Composition Requirement

None of the Reading and Composition Requirement

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if the following the course(s) have already been completed.

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Credit Restrictions

Students will receive no credit for IND ENG 172 after completing STAT 134, or STAT C140.

Credit Replacement Courses. Upon passing, students can use the following course(s) to replace a deficient grade for this course.

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Course Objectives

Students will learn how to model random phenomena and learn about a variety of areas where it is important to estimate the likelihood of uncertain events. Students will also learn how to use computer simulation to replicate and analyze these events.

Formats

Lecture, Discussion

Term

Fall

Duration (in weeks)

15

Minimum Hours

3

Maximum Hours

3

Lecture Mode of Instruction

In Person

Minimum Hours

1

Maximum Hours

1

Discussion Mode of Instruction

In Person

Outside Work Hours Min

8

Maximum Hours

8

Term

Summer

Duration (in weeks)

6

Minimum Hours

7.5

Maximum Hours

7.5

Lecture Mode of Instruction

In Person

Minimum Hours

2.5

Maximum Hours

2.5

Discussion Mode of Instruction

In Person

Outside Work Hours Min

20

Maximum Hours

20