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2021-2022 Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Mathematics Minor

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FACULTY:
Drew Pasteur, Chair
Jennifer Bowen
Colby Long
Pamela Pierce
 

The study of mathematics develops the ability to think carefully - it sharpens analytical and problem-solving skills and trains the mind to reason logically and with precision. The program in Mathematics serves students from many majors, with a variety of academic goals. For the benefit of both majors and non-majors, the course offerings include an array of topics from both pure and applied mathematics. Some courses are theoretical, stressing communication and the development of rigorous, well-written mathematical proofs, while others are computational, using appropriate software as an aid. In preparation for Senior Independent Study, there is an emphasis on clear and precise written and oral communication of mathematical concepts. Most upper-level courses culminate in a final paper, project, or presentation.

Minor in Mathematics

Consists of 6 credits:

Special Notes

  • Advanced Placement: At most two courses of advanced placement may be counted toward a major or minor. Advanced Placement of one or two courses in Mathematics is available to students who have taken an Advanced Placement Calculus examination or International Baccalaureate examination.  Placement (without Wooster credit) out of one or more Wooster mathematics courses may also be achieved through a calculus placement examination offered by the department.  Full detail on the advanced placement policy of the College is explained in the section on Academic Policies.
  • Minors should contact a member of the department to determine which Mathematics electives would be most applicable to their major.
  • DATA 23100   and/or DATA 32500   may be counted toward the three elective courses for the minor.
  • Students needing Calculus for their major/minor: A number of programs require students to complete one or more Calculus courses. If a student does not place into Calculus, it may be necessary for the student to take a College Algebra or a Pre-Calculus course at another institution before enrolling in a Calculus course at Wooster.
  • Only grades of C- or better are acceptable in courses for the major or minor.

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