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MATH-MIN - Mathematics (Minor)

Overview

Program Overview

The mission of the minor in Mathematics is to provide students with core knowledge to analyze and solve multivariable problems and to acquire experience with logical reasoning and generalization. Courses in the minor teach students to create, analyze, and interpret mathematical models and examples, and to communicate sound arguments.  The minor prepares students with fundamental mathematical knowledge and reasoning skills that can be applied to quantitative aspects of careers across many industries and research directions.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

The department expects undergraduate minors to demonstrate the following learning outcomes. These learning outcomes are used in evaluating students and the department’s undergraduate program. Students are expected to demonstrate:
1. problem-solving skills in multivariable mathematics,
2. the ability to communicate mathematical ideas via extended written presentations,
3. the ability to formulate arguments using precise definitions and hypotheses.