Program Overview

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University Programs

The university offers a range of programs, including undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education options.

Academic Programs

• Undergraduate programs
• Graduate programs
• Continuing education (SUTD Academy)
• 42 Singapore

Pillars, Clusters, and Programmes

The university is organized into several pillars, clusters, and programs, including:

• ASD: Architecture and Sustainable Design
• DAI: Design and Artificial Intelligence
• EPD: Engineering Product Development
• ESD: Engineering Systems and Design
• HASS: Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
• ISTD: Information Systems Technology and Design
• SMT: Science, Mathematics and Technology

Course Details

40.001 Probability

The course aims to provide students with the basic tools for modeling and analyzing situations that involve uncertainty. Topics covered include:

• Axioms of probability
• Conditional probability and independence
• Random variables
• Random vectors
• Probability distributions
• Properties of expectation and limit theorems

Learning Objectives

At the end of the term, students will be able to:

• Develop and evaluate simple probabilistic models of engineering systems
• Have a working knowledge of basics of probability
• Understand Central Limit Theorem and other limit theorems
• Understand the basics of Poisson processes and its implications in understanding standard queueing models

Measurable Outcomes

• Describe and explain the fundamental concepts of probability
• Apply the laws of probability to engineering system problems with uncertainty
• Apply limit theorems to draw inferences from data

Credits and Prerequisites

• 12 credits
• Prerequisites: 10.004 Advanced Math II (or Multivariable Calculus for exchange students)

Research Areas

The university has several research areas, including:

• Design·AI Research
• Cyber-Physical Learning Alliance
• Research centres
• Research programmes and fellowship

Innovation and Enterprise

The university has a strong focus on innovation and enterprise, with initiatives such as:

• Design·AI Innovation
• Innovation ecosystem
• Innovation showcase
• Innovation for community
• Innovation in education
• Partnering corporates
• Supporting entrepreneurs

Campus Life

The university offers a range of campus life experiences, including:

• Student experience
• Global experience and exchange
• Career development
• Student well-being
• Academic facilities
• Housing
• Sports and recreation centre
• F&B and services
• Library