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[ 536DASCSTAV19 ] VL Statistics for AI

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Workload Education level Study areas Responsible person Hours per week Coordinating university
3 ECTS B1 - Bachelor's programme 1. year (*)Artificial Intelligence Thomas Forstner 2 hpw Johannes Kepler University Linz
Detailed information
Original study plan Bachelor's programme Artificial Intelligence 2025W
Learning Outcomes
Competences
Students have a foundational understanding of statistical concepts and methodologies, equipping them to apply statistical reasoning to analyze and interpret data in the context of AI. They have developed the ability to perform descriptive data analysis, correlation analysis, simple linear regression, probability assessments, parameter estimation, and hypothesis testing for informed decision-making in AI research and applications.
Skills Knowledge
  • Analyzing and Describing Data (k2, k4, k5)

Students can apply descriptive statistics to summarize and visualize one- and two-dimensional datasets, identifying patterns and key measures of central tendency and variability.

  • Analyzing and Describing Data Characteristics (k2, k4, k5)

Students can apply descriptive statistics to summarize and visualize one- and two-dimensional datasets, identifying patterns and key measures of central tendency and variability.

  • Performing Correlation and Regression Analysis (k2, k4, k5)

Students are able to calculate and interpret parametric and non-parametric correlation coefficients and perform simple linear regression analysis to explore relationships between variables.

  • Applying Probability Concepts and Bayes’ Theorem (k2, k4)

Students understand and can apply basic probability principles, including conditional probabilities and Bayes’ theorem, to evaluate likelihoods and inform statistical reasoning.

  • Working with Random Variables and Distributions (k2, k3)

Students understand the concept of “random variables” (probability distribution function, density function, joint density function, …) for modeling different AI scenarios. Students are also familiar with common statistical distributions (e.g., normal, binomial, …).

  • Estimating Parameters and Testing Hypotheses (k4)

Students are capable of conducting parameter estimation (both point and interval) and performing statistical hypothesis testing to draw inferences about population parameters from sample data.

Students have acquired foundational knowledge of statistical thinking and research methodology, including descriptive statistics, probability theory, the theory of random variables, and inductive statistics. They understand key concepts such as correlation, statistical distributions, parameter estimation, and hypothesis testing, providing a basis for rigorous data analysis in AI and machine learning contexts.
Criteria for evaluation written exam
Methods Lecture by instructor
Language English
Study material • slides provided by instructor • additional reading material: Introduction to the Practice of Statistics: Moore et al., Introductory Statistics with R: Dalgaaard Probability & Statistics for Engineers & Scientists: Walpole Probability and Statistics, Evan M.J & Rosenthal J.S in German: Angewandte Statistik: Sachs et al. in German: Statistik: Fahrmeier et al.
Changing subject? No
Further information Advanced courses: • Statistics 2 (focus on parametric and non-parametric tests) • Special Topics: Biostatistics in Clinical Research (introduction into biostatistics) • Special Topics: Applied Biostatistics • Special Topics: Statistics 3 (parametric and non-parametric analysis of variance, multiple linear and non-linear regression)

On-site course
Maximum number of participants -
Assignment procedure Direct assignment