Computational Mathematical Sciences ,Minor
Game Development, Numerical Analysis, Programming, Simulation, Software, analysis, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)
How do scientists use math to represent the behavior of objects and systems? Gain a strong foundation in critical analysis, and be prepared to work in a wide variety of fields.
The computational mathematical sciences minor program offers a structured curriculum with a focus on applied math. Students develop a framework of scientific computing and numerical analysis skills.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe
2026-2027 Catalog Year
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The minor in computational mathematical sciences requires 18 credit hours, of which 12 credit hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be taken from The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better can be used to satisfy minor requirements. |
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MAT 271 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II
(MATH)
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MAT 266 Calculus for Engineers II
(MATH)
3 - 4 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 - 4 |
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MAT 272 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III
(MATH)
or
MAT 267 Calculus for Engineers III
(MATH)
3 - 4 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 - 4 |
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MAT 342 Linear Algebra
or
MAT 343 Applied Linear Algebra
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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MAT 420 Scientific Computing
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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MAT 421 Applied Computational Methods
(MATH)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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MAT 423 Numerical Analysis I
(MATH)
or
MAT 425 Numerical Analysis II
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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GPA Requirement: 2.00
Incompatible Majors: BS in actuarial science; BS in applied mathematics; BS in computational mathematical science; BS in statistics; BS in data science; BA and BS in mathematics (including all concentrations); BAE in secondary education (mathematics)
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit after the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major or the minor program. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and the minor.
A minor in computational mathematical sciences is one of the most versatile minors, offering graduates many potential career options. Graduates are well positioned to pursue careers in computer technology, business, medical research, teaching and education, engineering, software development, governmental research, logistics and finance. Diverse areas of study, such as cancer modeling, weather forecasting and financial modeling, all involve computational mathematical sciences.
School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
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WXLR 216
math@asu.edu
480-965-7195
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