Introduction to biostatistics for population health researchers covering descriptive statistics, probability, inference, and sample size calculations.
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ECE/MATH/STAT 888 covers advanced topics in the mathematical foundations of data science.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to stochastic processes covering Markov chains, point processes, and renewal theory with applications to queueing and branching models.
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Seppalainen assigns challenging homework that is harder than exams, while Valko uses a grading scheme based on multiple weighted components rather than heavy testing.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026MATH 341
Linear Algebra
3 creditsMATH 341 introduces the theory of linear algebra with a focus on proofs, covering vector spaces, transformations, and eigenvalues.
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Historical reviews of Howard Becker, Jack Burkart: Homework is described as moderate or hard and time-consuming. Exams are moderate to difficult, requiring students to apply class concepts to construct their own proofs.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026MATH 390 introduces undergraduate research within the Madison Experimental Mathematics lab, teaching literature review, software use, and technical writing.
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MATH 698
Directed Study
1–3 creditsMATH 698 offers directed study projects arranged individually with a faculty member.
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MATH 699
Directed Study
1–6 creditsMATH 699 offers directed study projects arranged with a faculty member.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleMATH 990
Reading and Research
1–3 creditsMATH 990 offers independent reading and research opportunities across all areas of Mathematics.
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Introduction to the theory of probability covering axioms, distributions, and limit theorems
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Historical reviews of Benedek Valko, Erik Bates: Workload varies by instructor; one review cites an extremely challenging final, while another notes fair homework and adjusted exam weights to reward improvement.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026POPHLTH 699
Independent Reading
1–5 creditsPOPHLTH 699 is an independent reading course providing advanced training and information on specific research problems under department staff supervision.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · limited samplePOPHLTH 990
Research
1–8 creditsPOPHLTH 990 is a research course where students conduct supervised research under individual faculty members.
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