Bill Peterson

This course is challenging, but like a slightly easier version of Probability (especially if you took with Becky). The exams are difficult but Prof had a generous final grade calculation system. Problem sets are time consuming, but a good way to boost your grade. Prof Peterson is retired so I can't speak to this course for future students on the prof specific level, but anticipate challenging exams and weekly problem sets. Also an extremely fast paced course-- if you struggled in probability that will likely carry over into this course.

This course is challenging, but like a slightly easier version of Probability (especially if you took with Becky). The exams are difficult but Prof had a generous final grade calculation system. Problem sets are time consuming, but a good way to boost your grade. Prof Peterson is retired so I can't speak to this course for future stu …Read more

Really nice blend of interesting topics and challenging problems without being too overwhelming. The content can be tricky, but if you enjoyed the problem-solving style of probability, you'll likely enjoy this class. IMO, it's actually a little more fun since it's less about the nitty-gritty of distributions and more about working with toy models of real world processes. Peterson made the class super engaging as always; he is a gem and will definitely be missed. Even with a different instructor though, I imagine this will continue to be one of the better math electives if it is offered again since the content is so interesting and useful.

Really nice blend of interesting topics and challenging problems without being too overwhelming. The content can be tricky, but if you enjoyed the problem-solving style of probability, you'll likely enjoy this class. IMO, it's actually a little more fun since it's less about the nitty-gritty of distributions and more about working wi …Read more

Bill is a fantastic professor. He knew every student regardless of how much you spoke to him. He was great in office hours. His exams were pretty light, just study using homework. His homework was also very easy and light, he went over difficult questions. Great class, and I heard Jenn’s section was way harder.