Applied Mathematics

The Master of Science Degree in Applied Mathematics requires  that the student demonstrate knowledge in certain core areas. There are two options for doing this. Under the first option the student takes courses in order to prepare for examinations over these core areas. The second option requires the student to successfully complete more advanced courses in lieu of the exams.

Specific Courses

All students in the Applied program are required to take

Case Studies in Applied Math (3 hours of Math 5580).

In addition students must complete courses from one of the following two options.

 

Option I:

1.

Advanced Calculus I and II (Math 4143, Math 4153)

2.

Advanced Linear Algebra (Math 5023)

3.

Complex Variables (Math 4283)

4.

One Numerical Analysis course, 4000 level or above

5.

Methods of Applied Math (Math 5593)

Option II:

Three of the following sequences:

1.

Real Analysis I & II (Math 5143, Math 5153)

2.

Complex Analysis I & II (Math 5283, Math 5293)

3.

Numerical Analysis for Linear Algebra and Differential Equations (Math 5553, Math 5543)

4.

Ordinary Differential Equations I & Partial Differential Equations (Math 5243, Math 5233)

Courses outside the Mathematics Department must be approved by the student's advisory committee.  Computer Science courses must be beyond programming courses (COMSC 4113 is considered a programming course).

Courses Taken in Graduate School

   
The courses taken in graduate school must total at least 32 hours which may include two hours credit for a Master's report. If a student elects to write a thesis, the minimum number of hours is reduced to 30. The courses taken on the Master's degree program must include at least 21 hours of courses numbered 5000 or above of which 20 hours must be mathematics, statistics, or computer science courses. (Math 4613, 4143 and 4153 are considered 5000 level courses for this purpose.) No more than 9 hours outside the mathematical sciences will count towards the Master's degree. All the courses on the Master's degree program must constitute a coherent whole and must be approved by the student's advisory committee. 

Comprehensive Examination

A Master's degree student must pass a comprehensive written examination  on Advanced Calculus, Advanced Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, and Complex Variables. If a student chooses Option II above and if grades  of B or better are received in all three of the sequences selected, then the student will be exempted from the Master's Comprehensive Exam.

Creative Component, Report, or Thesis

Each student must complete either a creative component, report, or thesis. Under any of these three options, a written document and a public presentation based on this individually directed project is required.

Other Requirements

The University catalog contains detailed procedures applicable to all Master's degrees.