2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog - Kettering University
2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog - Kettering University
2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog - Kettering University
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104 / <strong>Kettering</strong> <strong>University</strong><br />
SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS<br />
David Green, Jr., Ph.D. Department Head<br />
Room 2-306 AB, 810-762-7907<br />
dgreen@kettering.edu<br />
Mission Statement<br />
It is the mission of the Department of Science and Mathematics to provide students with a sound background in courses<br />
necessary to be successful in technical degree programs or other degree programs where the understanding of technical<br />
courses is essential.<br />
Presently, the Department of Science and Mathematics offers degrees in Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Biochemistry, Chemistry,<br />
and Computer Science. Each degree program provides students with a strong foundation in its discipline and emphasizes the application of<br />
knowledge in several areas of engineering, optics, applied mathematics and basic science. The development of the student to function in a<br />
highly competitive technological environment is a top priority of the Department of Science and Mathematics. Students seeking degrees in<br />
the Department of Science and Mathematics should meet with their academic advisors regularly to review their academic progress toward<br />
their degree. Such meetings can help eliminate confusion about degree requirements. The ultimate responsibility for knowing degree<br />
requirements rests with the student.<br />
APPLIED MATHEMATICS<br />
Leszek Gawarecki, Ph.D., Program Director<br />
Room 2-324 AB, 810-762-9557<br />
lgawarec@kettering.edu<br />
APPLIED MATHEMATICS OVERVIEW<br />
Mathematics is the universal language of engineering, science, and management. Students majoring in applied mathematics at <strong>Kettering</strong><br />
<strong>University</strong> select a concentration in applied and computational mathematics or applied statistics. The degree is very flexible in serving the<br />
interests of business and industry, preparing the student for a wide variety of careers. The degree also provides a sound preparation for<br />
graduate study. <strong>Kettering</strong> graduates in applied mathematics appreciate their broad-based education because it enables them to work easily<br />
with engineers, managers, and scientists. They can contribute to team approaches to problem solving.<br />
Students with concentrations in applied and computational mathematics will study classical and modern mathematical topics related to<br />
scientific and engineering disciplines. Courses are included that emphasize the modeling of physical systems from theoretical and practical<br />
perspectives as well as practical scientific computations. The student will also complete a sequence of engineering applications or computer<br />
science courses related to the special interests of the student.<br />
Students with concentration in applied statistics will study modern statistical methods related to the acquisition, organization, analysis, and<br />
interpretation of data. Courses are included that emphasize theory and application of probability, statistics, and mathematical modeling.<br />
This program also provides excellent preparation for the student interested in starting a career in the actuarial profession.<br />
The curriculum for applied mathematics includes core mathematics courses that are common to both concentrations. These courses make up<br />
about one quarter of the total credits in the program. Considerable emphasis is placed on additional core courses in science, management<br />
and humanities.<br />
The applied mathematics student interacts regularly with engineering departments through core and other required courses appropriate to<br />
the concentrations in applied and computational mathematics and applied statistics. A substantial number of electives provides flexibility<br />
for greater breadth or depth of study in mathematics or its applications.<br />
In addition to the major in applied mathematics, there are available minors in applied and computational mathematics and applied statistics.<br />
Because of the strong mathematical content of <strong>Kettering</strong>’s other degree programs, it is possible for many students to complete one of these<br />
minors with a modest amount of additional course work.
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