The Center for Data & Society offers minors in the following fields:
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity Studies
- Data Studies for the Social Good
- European Union/European Studies
- Information Management
- International Studies
- Mathematics for Business Majors
- Mathematics for Education Majors
- Programming
- Sonic Arts
- Web Design
Learn more about each minor below:
Computer Science
Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. An Independent Study may be available with appropriate permissions; Special Topics courses are repeatable for credit. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Computer Science:
- CMSC-200: Introduction to Java Programming I or one Computer Science Elective (see list below)
- CMSC-201: Introduction to Java Programming II
- CMSC-251: Data Structures in Java (4 credits)
- CMSC-350: Computer Architecture and Logic Design (4 credits)
- Two additional Computer Science Electives (6 credits) chosen from below list:
- CMSC-205: Systems Analysis and Design
- CSEC -235: Introduction to Cybersecurity
- CMSC-281: Special Topics in Computer Science
- CMSC-285: Algorithms in AI and Robotics
- CMSC-300: Application Development and Design
- CMSC-305: Mobile Application Development
- CMSC-405: Programming Languages
- CMSC-481: Advanced Special Topics in Computer Science
- CMTC-230: Introduction to Data Communications
- CMTC-284: Introduction to Database Design and Development
- CMTC-295: Web Programming
Cybersecurity Studies
The minor in Cybersecurity Studies provides students with little technology background the opportunity to gain basic understanding of the area of cybersecurity. This minor is geared towards students majoring in areas outside the program.
Requirements for the Minor in Cybersecurity Studies:
- CMDF-105: Digital Forensics I
- CSEC-235: Introduction to Cybersecurity
- CMTC-190: Intro to Comp Hardware/Peripherals
- CMTC-230: Introduction to Data Communications
- CSEC-140: Legal Issues in Cyber Security
- One elective from CSEC or CMDF as approved by minor advisor
Data Studies for the Social Good
This minor is designed to improve students’ data literacy as well as their ability to apply data in real-world social contexts. The minor does not require advanced technical skills, and thus it is accessible to students with average proficiency in mathematics and technology. Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester. Contact Jeffrey Carroll, Ph.D. at carrollj@chc.edu or 215-753-3697 for assistance with this minor.
Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. An Independent Study may be available with appropriate permissions; Special Topics courses are repeatable for credit. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Data Studies for Social Good:
- DSSG-110: Introduction to Data Studies (1.5 credits)
- CMSC-190: Introduction to Python Programming or CMTC-203: Data Analysis Using Microsoft Excel
- CMTC-284: Introduction to Database Design and Development
- MATH-226: Introduction to Statistics II or MATH-227: Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Two Social Themes electives (6 credits) chosen from below list:
- BUSN-101: International Business
- BUSN-102: Business Ethics
- BUSN-104: Introduction to Business
- CMDF-281: Introduction to GIS Mapping
- CRJU-120: Introduction to Restorative Justice
- CRJU-122: Introduction to Criminal Justice
- CRJU-200: World Justice and Care for Children
- CRJU-215: Ethics in Criminal Justice
- CRJU-224: Criminal Investigation
- CRJU-226: Deviance and Social Control
- CRJU-227: Corrections
- CRJU-321: Criminology
- CRJU-322: Sex Crimes
- CRJU-325: Restorative Justice
- ECON-109: Environmental Economics
- ECON-201: Principles of Finance, Money and Banking
- ECON-211: Introduction to Global Economics
- FINA-336: Financial Markets and Institutions
- FINA-352: International Financial Management
- GLST-281: Special Topics: Service Learning Trip to Africa
- HSVC-105: Introduction to Human Services
- HSVC-120: Introduction to Restorative Justice
- HSVC-200: World Justice and Care for Children
- HSVC-201: Social Inequality HSVC-219: Child Welfare
- HSVC-257: Human Behavior and the Social Environment
- HSVC-315: Life after War: The New Mission
- HSVC-325: Restorative Justice
- HSVC-356: Social Welfare Policy
- MGMT-105: Principles of Management
- MGMT-206: Purchasing/Supply Chain Management
- MGMT-302: Entrepreneurship
- MGMT-304: Culture in International Decision-making
- MKTG-203: Marketing Principles
- MKTG-205: Consumer Behavior
- MKTG-206: International Marketing
- MKTG-254: Advertising
- MKTG-255: Public Relations
- MKTG-365: Marketing Management
- PSCI-113: Introduction to American Government
- PSCI-114: American Political Parties
- PSCI-118: Mass Media and Politics
- PSCI-130: The Rule of Law
- PSCI-140: Introduction to World Politics
- PSCI-212: State and Local Politics
- PSCI-217: Women and Politics
- PSCI-218: Race in American Politics
- PSCI-230: Comparative Politics
- PSCI-232: Comparative Democracy
- PSCI-235: Government/Politics of Europe and the European Union
- PSCI-241: American Foreign Policy
- PSCI-242: International Organizations, Law, and Public Policy
- PSCI-315: Politics of the American Presidency
- PSCI-330: Government and Politics of the Middle East
- PSCI-341: International Political Economy
- PSYC-109: Psychology of Women
- PSYC-212: Social Psychology
- PSYC-213: Industrial/Organizational Psychology
- PSYC-230: Drugs and Psychology
- PSYC-235: Forensic Psychology
- PSYC-240: Psychology of Health/Stress/Coping
- SOCI-101: Introduction to Sociology
- SOCI-103: Social Problems
- SOCI-104: Major Global Problems
- SOCI-120: Introduction to Restorative Justice
- SOCI-126: Gender and Society
- SOCI-127: Diversity Issues
- DSSG-398: Capstone (1.5 credits)
European Union/European Studies
The minor is designed to educate students about the European Union and its member countries and to encourage students to attain high proficiency in one of the EU languages. There are two tracks available to students who would like to earn this minor: Note: no more than TWO courses in the same discipline may be taken to fulfill the minor.
Requirements for the Minor in European Union/European Studies – Humanities Version:
- Two 200-Level European Foreign Language courses (6 credits)
- PSCI-235: Government/Politics of Europe and the EU
- One Arts or Culture Elective (3 credits)
- Two Electives from the following areas (full list of electives can be found in the School of Undergraduate Studies course catalog - pg. 190):
- European Foreign Language
- Art
- Business
- English Literature
- History
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Political Science and Global Studies
- Science
- Capstone Experience (0 credits)
- * Students will take no more than two courses in one discipline to preserve the interdisciplinary nature of the program.
Requirements for the Minor in European Union/European Studies – Business Version:
- 200-Level European Foreign Language course (3 credits)
- PSCI-335: Politics of Europe and the EU
- PSCI-241: International Political Economy
- BUSN-101: Introduction to Business
- ECON-211: Global Economics** (BUSN-104: Introduction to Business and ECON-101: Macroeconomics are prerequisites)
- One Elective from the options below (3 credits)* (full list of electives can be found in the School of Undergraduate Studies course catalog - pg. 190):
- European Foreign Language
- Art
- Business
- English Literature
- History
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Political Science and Global Studies
- Science
- Capstone Experience (0 credits)
- * Students will take no more than two courses in one discipline to preserve the interdisciplinary nature of the program.
International Studies
The International Studies Minor enables students in any Major to become more aware of the growing interdependence of nations. Courses with a multi-cultural dimension and an international focus, as well as the study of languages, broaden horizons and prepare participants to be agents in solving problems in a positive and peaceful way. An internship with an international dimension provides realistic experience and enhances career opportunities in the United States and abroad.
The choice of courses should be interdisciplinary in nature and may be used to fulfill Major, Core, and/or Core requirements. A Faculty Advisor will assist with course choices. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester. Although the course plan and focus should be finalized by the first semester of Junior year, it is recommended that students begin their program in their first year. Interested students should contact Mary Helen Kashuba, SSJ - Telephone: 215.248.7124. Email: kashubam@chc.edu.
Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. An Independent Study may be available with appropriate permissions; Special Topics courses are repeatable for credit. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements include:
- GLST 201: Global Studies Seminar
- One foreign language course on an intermediate level or above, or a course on any level in a language ordinarily not available at Chestnut Hill College but spoken in a country where the student is studying abroad.
- Four additional courses with an international dimension focusing on a special topic or courses taken in a study-abroad program. They may include an additional foreign language course, an internship with an international dimension, either in the United States or abroad, or an interdisciplinary course with an international focus. No more than two courses may be in the same area. Examples of topics with an international dimension might include: Ecology and Environment in an International context, Multinational Corporations and International Business, Children and the Family in an International context, Multiculturalism in the Arts, Experiences in an International Program abroad, or other similar topics chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor.
All courses must be approved by the International Studies advisor
Information Management
Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Information Management:
- CMSC-190: Introduction to Python Programming
- CMTC-203: Data Analysis using Excel
- CMTC-200: Introduction to Web Design and Development
- CMTC-230: Introduction to Data Communications
- CMTC-284: Introduction to Database Design and Development(4 credits)
- One of the following:
- CMSC-200: Introduction to Java Programming I;
- CMTC-255: Web Content Management Systems;
- or Special Topics course related to Information Management
Mathematics for Business Majors
Students pursuing a Major in Accounting; Business Administration; Marketing; Management; or International Business, Language, and Culture must complete the following courses. Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. An Independent Study may be available with appropriate permissions; Special Topics courses are repeatable for credit. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Mathematics for Business Majors:
- MATH-201: Math for Management I/Finite Mathematics*
- MATH-202: Math for Management II/Applied Calculus*
- *MATH-203 and MATH-204: Analytic Geometry and Calculus I & II OR MATH-211 and MATH-212: Calculus and Modern Analysis I & II may substitute for these requirements
- MATH-227: Introduction to Probability and Statistics or MATH-262: Probability and Statistics
- Three Mathematics Electives (9 credits) chosen from the below list:
- MATH-204: Analytic Geometry and Calculus II OR MATH-212: Calculus and Modern Analysis II
- MATH-251: Calculus and Linear Algebra
- MATH-261: Discrete Methods in Mathematics
- MATH-272: Number Theory
- MATH-273: Advanced Probability and Statistics
- MATH-281: Special Topics in Mathematics
- MATH-305: Abstract Algebra I
- MATH-306: Abstract Algebra II
- MATH-307: Differential Equations
- MATH-331: Mathematical Modeling
- MATH-341: Introduction to Operations Research
- MATH-481: Advanced Special Topics in Mathematics
Mathematics for Education Majors
Students pursuing a Major in Early Education Dual (Pre-K to Grade 4) and Special Education (Pre-K to Grade 8) or Elementary/Middle-Level Education (Grades 4 to 8) must complete the following courses. Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. An Independent Study may be available with appropriate permissions; Special Topics courses are repeatable for credit. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Mathematics for Education Majors:
- MATH-231: Basic Mathematical Theory and Applications I
- MATH-232: Basic Mathematical Theory and Applications II
- MATH-202: Math for Management II/Applied Calculus or MATH-203: Analytic Geometry and Calculus I and MATH-204: Analytic Geometry and Calculus II
- Two or Three Mathematics Electives (6-9 credits; for a total of 6 courses in the minor) chosen from the below list:
- MATH-233: Basic Mathematical Theory and Applications III
- MATH-251: Calculus and Linear Algebra
- MATH-252: Calculus and Modern Analysis III
- MATH-261: Discrete Methods in Mathematics
- MATH-272: Number Theory
- MATH-273: Advanced Probability and Statistics
- MATH-281: Special Topics in Mathematics
- MATH-305: Abstract Algebra I
- MATH-306: Abstract Algebra II
- MATH-307: Differential Equations
- MATH-342: Fundamentals of Geometry
- MATH-481: Advanced Special Topics in Mathematics
Programming
Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. An Independent Study may be available with appropriate permissions; Special Topics courses are repeatable for credit. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Programming:
- CMSC-200: Introduction to Java Programming I
- CMSC-201: Introduction to Java Programming II
- CMSC-251: Data Structures in Java (4 credits)
- Three Computer Electives (9 credits) chosen from below list:
- CMSC-190: Introduction to Python Programming
- CMSC-285: Algorithms in AI and Robotics
- CMSC-300: Application Development and Design
- CMSC-305: Mobile Application Development
- CMSC-405: Programming Languages
- CMTC-295: Web Programming
Sonic Arts
The minor is situated at the intersection of music, art, and technology, and is built on the premise that any sound has the potential for communication and expression. Sonic Arts is a highly creative and diverse subject; its parameters expand and evolve according to the ideas of its creators, advancements in technology, and changes in cultural aesthetics. Students in Sonic Arts learn to manipulate speech, music, and natural sounds using industry software to create art that provokes thought, emotion, and conversation.
Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better in courses required to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. An individualized minor may be developed in consultation with the Chair of Music. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Sonic Arts:
- MUSC-120: Introduction to Western Music (A)
- MUSC-201: Music Theory I
- PHYS-107: Science of Music
- MCOM-120: Introduction to Media Arts
- MCOM-223: Audio Production
- MCOM-220: Multimedia Production OR MCOM-221: Videography OR MUSC-281: Computers and Music Creation
Web Design
Students must earn a grade of C- (1.70) or better to successfully complete the requirements for the minor. Courses are 3 credits unless indicated and may not be offered every semester.
Requirements for the Minor in Web Design:
- CMTC-195: Introduction to Computer Art
- CMTC-200: Introduction to Web Development and Design
- CMTC-201: Designing Websites
- CMTC-210: Computer Graphics Design Using Photoshop
- CMTC-275: Web Design: HTML and CSS
- Choose one:
- CMTC-255: Web Content Management Systems
- MCOM-230: Audio Production
- CMTC-335: Responsive Design
