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Probability and Statistics

IIT Kharagpur's 12-week NPTEL course on probability theory and statistical inference.

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About this course

Prof. Somesh Kumar of IIT Kharagpur covers probability from set theory through distributions and joint random variables, then estimation and hypothesis testing. It is a standard reference course for Indian engineering students.

Best for: Engineering students and GATE aspirants who need rigorous probability and statistics.

What you will be able to do

  • Apply axioms of probability and conditional probability
  • Work with discrete, continuous and joint distributions
  • Construct estimators and confidence intervals
  • Carry out standard hypothesis tests

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Cost and certificate

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Lectures are free to watch; the proctored NPTEL certification exam carries a fee.

Before you start: Calculus

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Quick answers

Is Probability and Statistics really free?
Yes, the course material is free on NPTEL. Lectures are free to watch; the proctored NPTEL certification exam carries a fee.
How long does Probability and Statistics take?
NPTEL does not publish an hour estimate. It is video lectures, so you set the pace.
Do I need experience before Probability and Statistics?
It helps to have: Calculus.

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