This course introduces the mathematical background necessary to understand, design, and effectively deploy AI systems. It focuses on four key areas of mathematics: (1) linear algebra, which enables describing, storing, analyzing and manipulating large-scale data; (2) optimization theory, which provides a framework for training AI systems; (3) probability and statistics, which underpin many machine learning algorithms and systems; and (4) numerical analysis, which illuminates the behavior of mathematical and statistical algorithms when implemented on computers.

This course introduces a rich variety of geometry topics beyond those studied at the high school level. Each topic is augmented with connections to the arts, sciences, engineering, and other everyday applications. Course activities will emphasize problem solving in geometry and communicating mathematical arguments in the context of geometry. Geometric concepts will be explored using technology as well.

This course introduces sample spaces and events, axioms of probability, counting techniques, conditional probability and independence, distributions of discrete and continuous random variables, joint distributions (discrete and continuous), the central limit theorem, descriptive statistics, interval estimation, and applications of probability and statistics to real-world problems. A statistical package such as Minitab or R is used for data analysis and statistical applications.

This course provides challenging problems in probability whose solutions require a combination of skills that one acquires in a typical mathematical statistics curriculum. Course work synthesizes basic, essential problem-solving ideas and techniques as they apply to actuarial mathematics and the first actuarial exam.

This course examines concepts in finance from a mathematical viewpoint. It includes topics such as the Black-Scholes model, financial derivatives, the binomial model, and an introduction to stochastic calculus. Although the course is mathematical in nature, only a background in calculus (including Taylor series) and basic probability is assumed; other mathematical concepts and numerical methods are introduced as needed.

This course is an investigation and extension of the theoretical aspects of elementary calculus. Topics include mathematical induction, real numbers, sequences, functions, limits, and continuity. The workshop will focus on helping students develop skill in writing proofs.

This course serves as a bridge course that builds the mathematical foundations needed for the IDAI-620 course, Mathematical Methods for Artificial Intelligence, a course introducing the mathematical background for AI systems in the MS in AI program. It focuses on the basic constructions, structures, and results in four key areas: (1) linear algebra (vectors, matrices, and their operations) (2) optimization theory (multivariable functions and their calculus) (3) probability and statistics (basic combinatorics, elementary statistics) and (4) numerical analysis (basic notions of approximation).

Masters-level research by the candidate on an appropriate topic as arranged between the candidate and the research advisor.

This course is a faculty-directed project that could be considered original in nature. The level of work is appropriate for students in their final two years of undergraduate study.

This course is a faculty-guided investigation into appropriate topics that are not part of the curriculum.

This course is a graduate course for students enrolled in the Thesis/Project track of the MS Applied Statistics Program. (Enrollment in this course requires permission from the Director of Graduate Programs for Applied Statistics.)

Credit will be assigned at the discretion of the department. A written proposal of the work involved will be required of the candidate, and may be modified at the discretion of the faculty involved before approval is given to proceed.