Applied Mathematics

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Study advanced math topics at ASU's Polytechnic campus and learn to address modern problems with mathematical tools.

Description

The concentration in applied mathematics equips students with the skills to understand and apply mathematical concepts to solve complex problems, analyze data, and model and optimize processes. This concentration is an excellent complement for students with concentrations in diverse disciplines, those preparing for advanced graduate studies, or individuals seeking to enhance their career prospects.

The curriculum explores advanced applied mathematical topics, with a strong focus on their practical applications in the sciences. Students who pursue a concentration in applied mathematics gain proficiency in leveraging mathematical theories and techniques, including mathematical modeling, computational methods and statistics, to address relevant challenges and drive innovation across various fields.

Requirements

  • Students must complete a minimum of 21 credit hours including 12 upper division hours for this concentration.
  • 15 credit hours must be taken at ASU
  • At least 12 hours of MAT courses offered by the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, of which at least six credit hours must be upper division.
  • MAT 170 or 171 with a "C" or better, OR Mathematics Placement Test with a score of 60% or higher and the Advanced Math Placement Test with a score of 38 or higher, OR ALEKS score of 76 or higher.

Required Courses (12 credit hours)

MAT 266 Calculus for Engineers II OR MAT 271 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II 

MAT 267 Calculus for Engineers III OR MAT 272 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III 

MAT 275 Modern Differential Equations 

MAT 343 Applied Linear Algebra 

Electives (9 credit hours; choose three courses from the list below) 

ABS 350: Applied Statistics OR STP 420 Introductory Applied Statistics 

ASC 310: Elements of Scientific Computing

MAT 300 Mathematical Structures 

MAT 310 Introduction to Geometry 

MAT 494: Fish Population Dynamics 

MAT 495 Supervised Research in Mathematical Sciences  OR MAT 499 Individualized Instruction

PHY 302 Mathematical Methods in Physics II 

Depending on a student's undergraduate program of study, prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.

YEAR

2025-26

CAMPUS

Polytechnic

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

LSAMAEMPH

COLLEGE/SCHOOL

College of Integrative Sciences and Arts

CONCENTRATION CONTACT

School of Applied Sciences and Arts
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
Advising Offices
Downtown campus : University Center UCENT 300
Polytechnic campus: Santa Catalina SANCA 233
Tempe campus: Payne Hall EDB 308
CISAadvising@asu.edu
480-965-4464