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Applied Mathematics
Overview
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The Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics is a practical degree for those seeking employment upon graduation or a graduate degree. Our program consists of a mathematics core, a general education core, free electives, and two semesters of internships. You must be eligible to take Calculus I MAT 1475 (or higher) to be admitted to our four-year Bachelor of Science degree program.
We live in an information age, and data is a resource. Our majors develop tools to convert unprocessed data into valuable information. Jobs such as data analysis, data engineering, and data visualization all rely on processing information.
You may customize this major to reach your career goals with free electives. For examples of semester-by-semester plans, please see the different degree maps. If mathematics courses are used to satisfy General Education, then you will have more than the minimum of 17 credits of free electives. These electives are for you to develop and explore areas of interest.
The value of mathematics is widely recognized, and our graduates are ready for many interesting career paths. Our alumni accomplishments are impressive. Please see http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/mathematics/student-success.aspx.
Learning Outcomes
Communication: Communication skills include the ability to write and speak clearly, and actively read and listen. Applied math majors can present information and respond to questions clearly and persuasively, using language appropriate for the target audience.
Collaboration: Applied math majors can work well with others. They learn about different roles in organizations, and where to turn for help. They understand their responsibilities, and develop leadership skills.
Creativity: Mathematics models are representations. Applied Math majors can make connections, select and refine mathematical models. They can balance the need for accuracy and for quick approximations. Applied Math majors create useful models of real-world problems.
Critical Thinking: Applied Math majors can solve problems using mathematical analysis and computational tools. They analyze and critique models and data, identify arguments and assumptions and evaluate supporting evidence.
Admission Requirements
Students applying for admission must meet the college standards for admission into a baccalaureate program and must be eligible to enroll in MAT 1475. Prospective transfer students should consult with the Mathematics Department at the earliest possible point to be certain that they gain maximum transfer credit and that they enter the program with the requisite background. Current City Tech students seeking to enter the program must secure the approval of the Mathematics Department to file a change of curriculum request with the Office of the Registrar.
Students should be aware that the program requires a high level of math proficiency and that those unprepared for the rigorous coursework may be obliged to complete prerequisites before beginning their upper-level coursework in applied mathematics. This may add to the credits required for graduation.
Advisement Information
For questions, please email the Applied Mathematics Coordinator Professor Singh: ssingh@citytech.cuny.edu.
Explore the Department of Mathematics on the City Tech website.
Requirements
Some courses that are required for the major also meet general education requirements. Choosing to take advantage of double duty can speed up progress toward graduation and increase elective credits. In DegreeWorks, a double duty course displays and fulfills both requirements, but the credits count only once; the elective area will adjust automatically. Specific options for double duty courses may be listed here or noted in the degree map below.
Bachelor's degrees and AA and AS degrees require six flexible common core courses: at least one course in each of the five flexible core areas and an additional sixth course in one of them. Students can complete no more than two courses from any one area.
All baccalaureate students starting at City Tech or transferring in with 30 or fewer credits, in addition to the common and flexible core courses, will also complete the following 12 credits: one course in speech/oral communication; one interdisciplinary course; and two additional liberal arts courses or, in BTech programs, additional liberal arts credits to reach a minimum total of 42 credits in general education.
In meeting general education requirements overall, students must take at least one advanced liberal arts course or two sequential courses in a world language. An advanced course is at the 2000 level or higher and has a prerequisite in the same or a closely related discipline. Examples of courses with prerequisites in closely related disciplines are: ECON 1101 and SOC 3301; PSY 1101 and SOC 2403. Transfer students with more than 30 earned credits or a prior degree have modified college option requirements, as noted on the Transfer Credit page.
Students at New York City College of Technology must complete two courses designated writing intensive (WI) for the associate level, one from general education requirements and one from the major; and two additional courses designated WI for the baccalaureate level, one from general education and one from the major. Transfer students and those who have earned a prior degree may have part of this requirement waived. Please consult the Degree Requirements page for additional information.
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Take free electives as needed to equal 120 credits (at least 18 credits of electives are generally available).
A recommended semester-by-semester plan for full-time students.