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Nonparametric Statistics
(dt. Nichtparametrische Statistik)

Level, degree of commitment Specialization module, compulsory elective module
Forms of teaching and learning,
workload		 Lecture (3 SWS), recitation class (1 SWS),
180 hours (60 h attendance, 120 h private study)
Credit points,
formal requirements		 6 CP
Course requirement(s): Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises.
Examination type: Written or oral examination
Language,
Grading		 German or English,
The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program M.Sc. Business Mathematics.
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
Regularly alternating with other specialization modules
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. Markus Bibinger, Prof. Dr. Hajo Holzmann

Contents

  • Non-parametric density estimation, core estimator, projection estimator, upper barriers for point by point, uniform and integrated risk
  • Lower bounds and optimal rates
  • Lepski's scheme and adaptivity
  • Nonparametric regression, local polynomial estimators
  • Model in white noise, Pinsker estimation and Pinsker constant
  • Wavelet estimation


Qualification Goals

The students shall

  • get an insight into a current research area of nonparametric statistics,
  • acquire the basic techniques within the field of nonparametric statistics,
  • practice mathematical methods (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, training of the ability to abstract, proof methods),
  • improve their oral communication skills in the recitation classes by practicing free speech in front of an audience and during discussion.

Prerequisites

None. The competences taught in the following modules are recommended: either Foundations of Mathematics and Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II or Basic Linear Algebra, either Analysis I and Analysis II or Basic Real Analysis, Mathematical Statistics.


Applicability

The module can be attended at FB12 in study program(s)

  • B.Sc. Mathematics
  • B.Sc. Business Mathematics
  • M.Sc. Data Science
  • M.Sc. Computer Science
  • M.Sc. Mathematics
  • M.Sc. Business Mathematics

When studying M.Sc. Business Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Specialization and Practical Modules in Mathematics.

The module can also be used in other study programs (export module).

The module is assigned to Applied Mathematics. Further information on eligibility can be found in the description of the study area.


Recommended Reading

  • Tsybakov, A. (2009) Introduction to nonparametric estimation. Springer
  • Johnstone, I. (2013) Gaussian estimation: Sequence and wavelet models.



Please note:

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