Mathematics Minor

NSM PEAK

Minor Requirements

15 credits

Complete 5 credits of prerequisite coursework.

MAT-175Single Variable Calculus

4 credits

or

MAT-275Multivariable Calculus

4 credits

 

MAT-285Introduction to Proof

1 credit

Depending on math placement, students may be required to take MAT-150 prior to taking MAT-175 .

Complete 6 credits of upper-division (300- or 400-level) coursework in Mathematics.

MAT
Elective MAT coursework, 300- or 400-level

6 credits

Complete one approved laboratory course from any of the sciences listed below (4 credits).

BIO
Biology

CHE
Chemistry

GEO
Geoscience

PHY
Physics

ENV
Environmental Studies

Approved laboratory courses include BIO-201, BIO-202,  CHE-141, CHE-142, ENV-101, ENV-161, PHY-231, PHY-232, PHY-271, and PHY-272 .

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this minor, students will be able to:

1) Demonstrate foundational knowledge of mathematics and mathematical thinking, including logical reasoning, abstraction, generalization, and proof;

2) Use mathematical ideas to solve problems in applied contexts, using computers when appropriate; and

3) Recognize contemporary social and ethical issues related to mathematics.