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The Math Minor in Data Applications is designed for students who aspire to harness the power of large datasets within their respective fields. This program equips students with the skills to formulate and answer complex, data-driven questions that arise from their major coursework.

Who Should Choose this Minor?

For Wildlife Biology students, particularly those concentrating in Field Biology, this minor opens numerous research opportunities. It provides a robust foundation for conducting advanced ecological studies and enhances their competitiveness for graduate school applications.

Business students will gain invaluable experience in data analysis, preparing them for a variety of career paths and advanced studies. This minor not only broadens their understanding of data-driven decision-making but also positions them for roles in analytics, finance, and beyond.

Students in the Special Education program will benefit from acquiring research skills and the ability to work with data in educational settings. This minor prepares them to teach statistics or participate in Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses focused on data, such as business or DECA programs.

For Criminal Justice majors, the Math Minor in Data Applications offers critical skills in data analysis and interpretation, which are increasingly important in fields such as criminology, forensic science, and law enforcement. Students will learn to contribute to data-driven decision-making processes within the justice system.

Psychology majors will find this minor invaluable for conducting research and analyzing behavioral data. It equips them with the quantitative skills necessary to design experiments, interpret psychological studies, and apply statistical methods to understand human behavior. This foundation is essential for those pursuing graduate studies or careers in clinical psychology, cognitive research, and other related fields.

Overall, the Math Minor in Data Applications empowers students across disciplines to leverage data in innovative ways, enhancing their academic and professional trajectories.

What You'll Study

In the Math Minor in Data Applications, you will explore a diverse range of topics designed to equip you with essential skills in data analysis and mathematical modeling. Here’s a glimpse of what you will study:

1. Applications of Calculus
   • Understand and apply calculus concepts to solve real-world problems.
   • Explore the use of calculus in various fields such as biology, economics, and engineering.
2. Data Visualization
   • Learn to create compelling graphics that effectively describe and communicate data.
   • Use software tools to design visual representations of complex datasets.
3. Statistical Software Proficiency
   • Gain hands-on experience with statistical software to perform a variety of statistical calculations.
   • Analyze data sets and interpret results using advanced statistical techniques.
4. Research Validity and Statistical Methods
   • Develop the ability to critically evaluate the validity of research that employs statistical methods and modeling.
   • Understand the principles of sound research design and data integrity.
5. Modeling Process
   • Learn to describe and implement the modeling process from conceptualization to execution.
   • Study different types of models and their applications in solving practical problems.
6. Data-Driven Decision Making
   • Use data modeling techniques to inform and support decision-making processes.
   • Apply models to predict outcomes and optimize solutions in various contexts.
7. Research Question Development
   • Create and refine research questions that can be addressed through data modeling.
   • Design studies and experiments to answer specific questions using quantitative data.

This comprehensive curriculum will prepare you to leverage data effectively in your chosen field, enhancing both your academic and professional prospects.

Career Opportunities and Graduate School Preparation

No matter your major, the Math Minor in Data Applications can complement any degree, especially for those students looking to enhance their data analysis skills and open up new career paths. Whether you're studying business, biology, criminal justice, education, or another field that works with data, this minor provides you with the specific knowledge needed to excel in your field.

Meet the Faculty

Woody Madison
Instructor of Mathematics

Claudette Reep
Instructor of Mathematics

Michael Harris
Visiting Instructor of Mathematics