Stochastic Modeling Techniques
Recorded 2026-10-14Stochastic Modeling Techniques
Stochastic Modeling Techniques covers modeling systems with uncertainty, emphasizing application over derivation, using case studies from logistics, production, and service industries.
Summary
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.80 GPA, 90.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.50 GPA, 69.2% A/AB (n=13 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.72 GPA, 88.9% A/AB (n=9 letter grades).
What you’ll be able to do
Identify and interpret basic concepts of probability, including random variables, and conditional probability, expectation, and variance
Analyze probability models such as the Markov chains, the exponential distribution, Poisson processes, and queuing models
Identify, formulate, and develop solution techniques for problems that can be modeled by stochastic models in various domains (engineering, computer science, supply chains, healthcare systems, operations research)
Recognize how and when to apply each type of probability model
Formulate mathematical formulations and apply proof techniques
Source: UW Guide
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Prerequisites
Course map(STAT 311,STAT/MATH 309, 409, or 431) and (MATH 320, 340, 341, 345, or 375), graduate/professional standing, or member of Engineering Guest Students
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
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| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 0 / 25 | 0 |
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the class
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.80 GPA, 90.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.50 GPA, 69.2% A/AB (n=13 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.72 GPA, 88.9% A/AB (n=9 letter grades).
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Topics
- Uncertainty modeling
- Probability models including Markov chains and queuing
- Applications in logistics, production, and services
Skills
- Modeling systems with uncertainty
- Interpreting basic probability concepts
- Analyzing specific probability models
- Developing solution techniques for stochastic problems
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