STAT 215 - Intro to Probability and Stats

4 Credit Hour(s) / 4 Billing Hour(s)
General Education Category: MTA Mathematics

This is an introductory course in probability and statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, random variables, normal distribution, t distribution, chi-square distribution, F distribution, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and linear regression. In addition, students will solve applied problems by completing required computer assignments.

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Minimum 2.0 in MATH 120 or above or a Math Placement Score indicated below
Placement Scores: Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 4 and (BSM7/Accuplacer CLM 80-99 or ACM3/AAF 260-300 or A02/ACT Math 26-28 or S12/SAT Math 620-680 or PS12/PSAT Math 620-680)
Recommended: Knowledge of Windows software
Course Note:

A graphing calculator from the TI-83/84 series is required for course work.
A student should take either STAT 170 or STAT 215 (not both), depending on their transfer institution.
This course includes on-site proctored exam(s) for all online sections. Students will need to travel to an LCC campus or request an approved non-LCC testing site (additional fees may apply) to take the exam(s).