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Mathematics Minor

Mathematics minors grow their skills of thinking critically, independently, and with logic.

You will be able to analyze problems and communicate different mathematical information in an efficient manner. You will acquire the basic theories and techniques of mathematic and be able to explain reasoning behind mathematical ideas and concepts. You will also apply and interpret different mathematical models through your coursework.

Benefits of a Mathematics Minor

  • Further develop your ability to think logically, critically, and strategically
  • Become familiar with the different techniques and approaches possible to finding solutions to math problems

Castleton also offers a Mathematics degree.

Mathematics Minor Requirements

These requirements are from an excerpt from the University Academic Catalog, which outlines the requirements for a student to earn the distinction of being a Castleton University graduate. The complete catalog is available online.

This minor is offered by the Mathematics Department.

Complete the following courses:

Code Course Credits

MAT 1531

Calculus I

Topics include limits, differentiation, applications of derivatives, and an introduction to integration. This course may utilize graphing calculators on a regular basis.

This course fulfills a Mathematics general education requirement.

Prerequisite: MAT 1360 or equivalent.

Every semester

4

MAT 2021

Statistics I

OR MAT 3220 - Probability 3 cr

This course prepares students for quantitative methods in their respective fields. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including estimation, hypothesis testing, linear regression and correlation are covered. Basic tools of descriptive statistics, discrete probability, binomial distribution, normal distribution, t-distribution, estimates and sample sizes, hypothesis testing, elementary correlation and regression, contingency tables are explored. Students utilize graphing calculators and spreadsheet software on a regular basis.

This course fulfills a Mathematics general education requirement.

Every semester

3

MAT 2532

Calculus II

Continuation of Calculus I, with topics to include techniques of integration, applications of integration, improper integrals, sequences, series, and Taylor polynomials. Students in this course may be required to utilize graphing calculators.

Prerequisite: MAT 1531

Every semester

4

MAT 3210

Linear Algebra

  • And two additional 3000 or 4000 level MAT courses 6 cr

This course introduces students to linear algebra including a study of vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants, inner products, and characteristic equations. Topics to be studied include mathematical structures, algebraic properties, and applications of matrices, determinants, vectors, vector spaces, and linear transformations. Students develop and solve mathematical models involving systems of linear algebraic equations and systems of linear differential equations. Students utilize graphing calculators and a computer algebra system.

Prerequisite: MAT 2532

Fall

3

Total credits required: 20 cr

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