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CIS 400 – Probability for Comp. Science (CRN: 48740) at College of San Mateo for Spring 2025

This course is offered online and it is recommended you complete a short self-assessment to ensure readiness before taking an online course.

CIS 400 Probability for Computer Scientists

This foundational course covers probability theory's principles and applications in computer science. It starts with combinatorics, then delves into key probability concepts and distributions, alongside analytical tools. The final part focuses on applying probability in machine learning through real-world cases, fostering practical skills and deeper comprehension for future careers.

Units: 4

Degree Credit

Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)

Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Lab hours/semester: 48-54
Homework hours/semester: 96-108

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Recommended: CIS 262

AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area C1; Area E2b

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC

College of San Mateo (Online Course)

Department: Computer Science

Number of Units: 4

Textbook: View textbook in Bookstore

Instructor: Kamran Eftekhari, eftekharik@smccd.edu

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Section Information as of Monday, December 30 2024 - 10:05:21 am

Course status: Open for Waitlist - 1 on waitlist

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InstructorSection	Meeting Date	Meeting Time	Days	Building	Room	Section	Section Description
OLH - Online Meeting Date: 01/13-05/22 Meeting Time: Days: Online course Room: 0000 Instructor: Kamran Eftekhari	01/13-05/22			Online course	0000	OLH	Online
OLH - Online Meeting Date: 01/13-05/22 Meeting Time: Days: Online course Room: 0000 Instructor: Kamran Eftekhari	01/13-05/22			Online course	0000	OLH	Online

Critical Dates for this Course	Date
Last day to add class	January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund	January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W"	February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W"	April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option	May 22, 2025

San Mateo County Community College District

CIS 400 – Probability for Comp. Science (CRN: 48740) at College of San Mateo for Spring 2025