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SWE 104: Probability, Statistics & Empirical Methods for Computing

Probability theory, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions (Binomial, Poisson, Normal, Exponential), expected values, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, p-values, linear regression, ANOVA, and empirical measurement...

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Course Overview

Probability theory, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions (Binomial, Poisson, Normal, Exponential), expected values, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, p-values, linear regression, ANOVA, and empirical measurement... Curriculum Structure &...

What You'll Learn

  • Model software failure distributions and arrival rates using Poisson and Exponential probability models.
  • Calculate and interpret latency percentiles (p50, p95, p99) and summary statistics on server performance data.
  • Formulate and evaluate statistical hypothesis tests (t-tests, chi-square, ANOVA) for A/B testing and software benchmarks.
  • Fit linear and logistic regression models to predict software defect density based on code complexity metrics.
  • Design empirical software engineering experiments with controlled variables and statistical power.

Requirements

  • SWE 105

Degree Programme Curriculum Context

This course is a curriculum unit of the Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Software Engineering degree framework in Nigeria.

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