Probability Theory: Mathematical Foundations

Dr. Christophe Smet serves as a distinguished lecturer at TU Delft, specializing in teaching bachelor-level courses in Probability Theory, Statistics, Calculus, and Linear Algebra. He has made significant contributions to mathematics education, notably leading the development of an extensive collection of 535 open-access Linear Algebra exercises that benefit engineering students across multiple disciplines. His academic journey includes teaching experiences at the universities of Leuven and Antwerp, with his doctoral research focused on Classical Analysis, particularly investigating techniques for proving the irrationality of constants. While his initial research centered on orthogonal polynomials and Painlevé equations, his interests have evolved to encompass both particle physics and astrophysics. At TU Delft, he actively participates in creating innovative educational content, including parameterized exercises that allow students to practice with varying values, and has been instrumental in developing comprehensive probability theory courses that cover everything from basic concepts to advanced applications in engineering

Professor Annoesjka Cabo stands as a distinguished figure at TU Delft, serving as both the Academic Director of the Teaching Academy and Director of Education at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science since July 2021. Her expertise centers on Statistics for Innovation in Education, where she leads groundbreaking initiatives in mathematics education reform. She has spearheaded the PRoject Innovation Mathematics Education (PRIME), a comprehensive program aimed at redesigning mathematics courses for engineering students through blended learning approaches. Her significant contributions include implementing the "Prepare, Participate, Practice" methodology, which has demonstrably improved student engagement and academic performance across multiple engineering disciplines. As the Academic Director of the Teaching Academy, she oversees four key elements: Community, Teaching Lab, Programme, and Facilitation Team, working to enhance engineering education through innovation and collaboration. Her research focuses on developing statistical models to measure the effectiveness of educational innovations, particularly in mathematics education, and her work has significantly influenced how engineering mathematics is taught at TU Delft, leading to improved student outcomes and more effective teaching methodologies.

Dr. Tom Vroegrijk is a full-time lecturer at TU Delft who has made significant contributions to mathematics education since joining the institution in 2016. His academic foundation was established at the University of Antwerp, where he completed his PhD in 2009, focusing on Bornological Structures in Approach Theory and Metrically generated Theories, followed by a teaching position there until 2016. At TU Delft, he has earned remarkable recognition for his teaching excellence, receiving the Best Teacher of the Year award twice (2018-2019 and 2021-2022) at the Technology, Policy and Management Faculty. Currently, he serves as the programme manager for PRIME (PRogramme of Innovation in Mathematics Education), a role he has held since 2021. His teaching portfolio at TU Delft includes essential mathematics courses such as Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Statistics and Data Analysis, and Bachelor Projects. As a dedicated educator, he focuses on delivering mathematics education across various faculties, particularly emphasizing the importance of addressing student knowledge gaps and promoting innovative teaching methodologies.