Licenciatura en Ciencias en Matemáticas Aplicadas

The Applied Mathematics major combines mathematics, computer science and physical science to position you well for careers that require abilities in mathematical analysis and problem-solving, computer-aided mathematical modeling and simulation, and the physical sciences.

Recent years have ushered in an exciting wave of opportunities for the application of mathematics to other fields of research and industry. In addition to the traditional fields of engineering, which continue to enjoy strong demand and high salaries, new and renewed activity is occurring in other mathematical sciences, including bioinformatics, operations research, financial mathematics and computational science.

In addition to meeting the liberal arts core requirements of the university, you must complete the courses listed on the courses page. You also must participate in program assessment activities. For graduation, you must have a minimum 2.25 GPA in all Natural Sciences courses counting toward your major.

REQUIRED COURSES

Complete the following courses:

• CHE111 - General Chemistry I
• CHE112 - General Chemistry II
• COM201 - Intro To Computer Science I
• COM202 - Intro to Computer Science II
• COM300 - Numerical Methods
• COM306 - Discrete & Algorithmic Math
• MAT204 - Calculus I
• MAT205 - Calculus II
• MAT300 - Numerical Methods
• MAT306 - Discrete & Algorithmic Math
• MAT310 - Calculus III
• MAT311 - Differential Equations
• PHY201 - University Physics
• PHY202 - University Physics

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