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Mathematics (Minor)

Prepare for a career in a high-demand field.

Supplement your education with a minor in Mathematics and take a deeper dive into the subject.

Program Snapshot
Program type:
Minor
Format:
On-campus
Est. time to complete:
1-2 years
Credit hours:
20

Why Study Mathematics at UND?

Studying mathematics helps you understand the building blocks of science and our everyday world. From computational mathematics to analytical thinking, a math degree builds the skills you need in any career.

As a Mathematics minor at UND, you'll take a deep dive into subjects including:

  • Applied Math
  • Combinatorics and Cryptology
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Mathematical Analysis
  • Number Theory and Abstract Algebra

As you progress through the curriculum, you'll become proficient at:

  • Computational mathematics
  • Logical and analytical thinking
  • Formulating problems in mathematical language and solving them
  • Working with mathematical structures
  • Abstract thinking

You'll graduate as a skilled mathematician and problem solver.

UND Mathematics Alumni

Mathematics alumni have gone on to a variety of successful careers with:

  • Unitedhealth Group, Inc.
  • Bismarck State College
  • Dynamic Signal, Inc.
  • Epic Systems Corporation

Course You Could Take

MATH 165. Calculus I. 4 Credits.

Limits, continuity, differentiation, Mean Value Theorem, integration, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Prerequisite: an appropriate score in the Placement Testing Program or MATH 112 or completion of MATH 107 with a grade of C or better. F,S,SS.

MATH 166. Calculus II. 4 Credits.

Techniques and applications of integration, exponential and logarithmic functions, parametric equations, infinite sequences and series. Prerequisites: Completion of MATH 165 with a grade of C or better; or permission of the Mathematics Department. F,S,SS.

MATH 207. Introduction to Linear Algebra. 2 Credits.

A computational treatment of systems of linear equations, finite dimensional vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants, matrices, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and diagonalizability. Prerequisite: MATH 165. F,S.

MATH 266. Elementary Differential Equations. 3 Credits.

Solution of elementary differential equations by elementary techniques. Laplace transforms, introduction to matrix theory and systems of differential equations. Prerequisites: MATH 265 and proficiency in a programming language. F,S,SS.

MATH 435. Theory of Numbers. 3 Credits.

Basic properties of numbers, including divisibility, primes, congruences, Diophantine equations and residue theory. Prerequisite: MATH 208 or 330. S.

MATH 425. Cryptological Mathematics. 3 Credits.

This course develops the math behind elementary symmetric-key cryptoschemes and a variety of public-key schemes. Modern block ciphers may be discussed. Prerequisite: MATH 208. F, odd years.

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