Mathematical Concepts in Engineering

Description
The concentration in mathematical concepts of engineering is designed for students who seek a strong foundation in mathematics to support their studies in engineering. Combining a core foundation in the quantitative and analytical skills found in the field of mathematics with related skills in engineering fields, the program provides students with a solid mathematical background well-suited for multiple career paths.

Requirements

  • Students must complete a minimum of 21 credit hours which includes 12 upper division hours for this concentration.
  • All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher.
  • Students must complete a minimum of 6 upper division (300-400 level) hours offered by the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.
  • Students must have completed MAT 265 or MAT 270 with a "C" or higher prior to enrolling in the certificate program.

Required Courses 18 credit hours

IEE 380 Probability and Statistics for Engineering Problem Solving (CS) (3) (MAT 266 or 271 with C or better)

MAT 266 Calculus for Engineers II (MA) (3) (Prerequisite(s): MAT 265 or 270 with C or better; Credit is allowed for only MAT 266 or MAT 271)

MAT 267 Calculus for Engineers III (MA) (3) (Prerequisite(s): MAT 266 or 271 with C or better; Credit is allowed for only MAT 267 or 272)

MAT 275 Modern Differential Equations (MA) (3) (Prerequisite(s): MAT 266 or MAT 271 with a C or better; Credit is allowed for only MAT 274 or 275)

MAT 343 Applied Linear Algebra (3) (Prerequisite(s): MAT 266 or 271 with C or better; Credit is allowed for only MAT 342 or MAT 343)

STP 420 Introductory Applied Statistics (CS) (3) (Prerequisite(s): MAT 210, 251, 265, or 270 with C or better)


Electives (choose one) 3 credit hours

IEE 381 Lean Six Sigma Methodology (3) (Prerequisite(s): IEE 380 with C or better; Credit is allowed for only IEE 381, IEE 498 (Six Sigma Methodology) or IEE 498 (Six Sigma Green Belt))

IEE 385 Engineering Statistics: Probability (3) (IEE 380 with C or better)

IEE 470 Stochastic Operations Research (3) (IEE 376 with C or better; IEE 385 with C or better)

IDS Core Course Information

All Interdisciplinary Studies students are required to complete a 9 credit-hour core and 9 credit hours of context/application courses.

Required Courses (9 credit hours):

  • IDS 201 Intellectual Fusion (recommended for freshman/sophomore students)
    • Prerequisites: None

OR

  • IDS 301 Becoming Interdisciplinary (3) (recommended for transfer students and/or students declaring IDS in their junior or senior year)
    • Prerequisites: Interdisciplinary Studies major

  • IDS 302 Integration Skills (3)
    • Prerequisite(s): Interdisciplinary Studies major; IDS 201 or 301 with C or better
  • IDS 401 Integration: Experiential Learning (3) (requires application)
    • Prerequisites: IDS 201 or 301 with C or better; IDS 302 with C or better; minimum 2.00 GPA; minimum of two courses completed in each concentration area

Context courses (6 credit hours)

Choose two Integrative Context courses from the following (3 credit hours each):

  • IDS 310: Integration: Cultural Contexts, C
  • IDS 311: Integration: Global Contexts, G, SB
  • IDS 312: Integrative Perspectives on Change
  • IDS 313: Integrative Perspectives on a Changing World
  • IDS 314: Integrative Perspectives on Cultural Dynamics, SB
  • IDS 315: Integration: Social Contexts, SB
  • IDS 316: Integration: Humanities Contexts, HU

Application courses (3 credit hours)

Choose any IDS Application course from the following (3 credit hours each):

  • IDS 140: The Nature of Knowledge Systems
  • IDS 302: Integration Skills
  • IDS 310: Integration: Cultural Contexts, C
  • IDS 311: Integration: Global Contexts, G, SB
  • IDS 312: Integrative Perspectives on Change
  • IDS 313: Integrative Perspectives on a Changing World
  • IDS 314: Integrative Perspectives on Cultural Dynamics, SB
  • IDS 315: Integration: Social Contexts, SB
  • IDS 316: Integration: Humanities Contexts, HU
  • IDS 484: Elective Internship

Transfer to ASU transfer.asu.edu

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) transfer students transfer.asu.edu/maricopa

  • Courses may fulfill Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) or Associate’s degree requirements, consult with your community college academic advisor for details.
  • MCCCD course transfer equivalencies are listed here; they may be applied toward this concentration (maximum of six credits or two courses).
  • Information listed was current for this catalog year at the time of printing, consult transfer.asu.edu/maricopa for verification.

Year

Year

2019-20

Campus

Campus

Online

Advising

Advising

Interdisciplinary Studies Advising
cisa.asu.edu/advising
All appointments:
480-965-4464

Downtown Phoenix
Arizona Center, Suite 380

Polytechnic
Santa Catalina Hall

Tempe
Urban Systems Engineering

Online
480-965-4464

 

DARs Code

DARs Code

LAMCEEMPH

College/School

College/School

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Concentration Contact

Concentration Contact

480‐965‐7195
math@asu.edu
WXLR 211

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