Statistics Minor

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Department of Mathematics and Statistics

College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design

About the Program

Statistics is widely used in science, industry and government. Statistical methods are used to collect, analyze, and interpret data in natural and social sciences, business, and engineering. The courses in the Statistics Minor focus on applied topics that are useful for students in a variety of disciplines.

Program Requirements

A grade of “C-” or better is required for each course in this program to count toward the Statistics Minor.
Calculus I (MTH 1410 ) is not listed in the requirements for the Statistics Minor, but this course is a prerequisite for required courses in the minor.
A Statistics Minor cannot be combined with a Mathematics Major or Statistical Science Major.

Prerequisite Course: 4 credits

MTH 1410 - Calculus I Credits: 4

Required Courses: 14 credits

MTH 2140 - Computational Matrix Algebra Credits: 2 *
MTH 3210 - Probability and Statistics Credits: 4
MTH 3220 - Statistical Methods Credits: 4
MTH 4230 - Regression and Computational Statistics Credits: 4

Elective Course: 4 credits

One elective course must be chosen from among:

MTH 2520 - R Programming Credits: 4
MTH 2540 - Scientific Computing with Python Credits: 4
MTH 3230 - Stochastic Processes Credits: 4
MTH 3510 - SAS Programming Credits: 4
MTH 4210 - Probability Theory Credits: 4
CS 1050 - Computer Science 1 Credits: 4

Summary of Requirements

Prerequisite Course	4 credits (not counted in total)
Required Courses	14 credits
Elective Course	4 credits
Total for the Statistics Minor	18 credits

* MTH 2140 may be replaced with MTH 3140 or MTH 3130 (4 credits).