Minor in Statistics

Designed to:

give students an understanding of the basic structures and concepts of Statistics
develop analytic and reasoning skills
exhibit the role of mathematics in a variety of fields through required courses and carefully selected electives
prepare for careers that require creative thinking and problem solving abilities
prepare for research and advanced technical positions in industry
fit the desires and interests of the student with the needs of prospective employers

Required Courses for Statistics

Course No.	Course Name	Hours
Math 17-114	General Statistics
	OR
Math 17-230	Probability and Statistics	3
Math 17-316	Linear Statistical Models I	3
CSIS 44-149*	Scientific Computing	3
	Approved Department Electives (Electives from mathematics or statistics with at least 2 semester hours in statistics to total 24 hours)	15
	Total Course Hours Required	24

* CSIS 44-149 A Northwest Core requirement for Digital Literacy is a prerequisite course.