MTH2232 Mathematical statistics
Faculty of Science
MTH2232 Mathematical statistics is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2023 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs MTH2222 and unlocks 4 units, leading on to 17 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 1 other task
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MTH2232
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After MTH2232
4 units list MTH2232 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
This unit is a rigorous introduction to the theory of mathematical statistics and more specifically of statistical inference. It provides the mathematical theory underlying the methods and concepts used in statistics, such as estimation and hypothesis testing. This unit will cover a variety topics including: properties of a random sample, principles of data reduction, point estimation (including maximum likelihood estimation), hypothesis testing, interval estimation, the analysis of variance and linear regression.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Continuous assessmentOther40%
- Examination (3 hours and 10 minutes)Threshold hurdle60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts in statistical inference, and in particular point and confidence estimation and hypothesis testing;
- 2
Use point and confidence estimation and hypothesis testing in a variety of contexts including analysis of variance and linear regression;
- 3
Demonstrate advanced skills in the effective use of statistical software;
- 4
Demonstrate advanced skills in the written and oral presentation of mathematical and statistical arguments.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions22 hours
- Seminars36 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Three 1-hour seminars;
- One 2-hour applied class (in weeks 2-12) and
- 7 hours of independent study per week.
Active learning will occur in lectures and applied classes.
Where it fits
MTH2232 is part of 9 areas of study in the 2023 handbook.
- APPLMTH07Additional extended major elective unitApplied mathematicsNo reviews yet
- CHEMENG04Chemical engineering technical electivesChemical engineeringNo reviews yet
- FININMAT04Level 2 and 3 core unitsFinancial and insurance mathematicsNo reviews yet
- MTHSTAT05Level 2 unitsMathematical statisticsNo reviews yet
- MTHSTAT06Core unitsMathematical statisticsNo reviews yet
- MTHSTAT07Level 2 and 3 unitsMathematical statisticsNo reviews yet
- MATHS07Mathematics elective unitMathematicsNo reviews yet
- MATHS09Mathematics elective unitsMathematicsNo reviews yet
- MATHS11Mathematics elective unitsMathematicsNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Jie Fan
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Ngan Le
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MTH2232?
You need MTH2222 before you enrol; and MTH2021, MTH2025, MTH2010, MTH2040, MTH2015 or ENG2005 before or alongside it.
What can I take after MTH2232?
MTH2232 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including ETC3400, ETC3460, ETC5346 and MTH3260. Those lead on to 17 units in all.
When is MTH2232 offered?
In 2023, MTH2232 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does MTH2232 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include MTH2232?
MTH2232 is part of Applied mathematics; Chemical engineering; Financial and insurance mathematics; Mathematical statistics; and Mathematics.