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Bachelor of Science

Applied Mathematics

 

About Applied Mathematics

Our applied mathematics program offers an alternate track to standard engineering degrees and develops a stronger understanding of the underlying science and mathematics of engineering, as well as the application of the scientific methods to engineering problems.

Curriculum

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Solving Today's Engineering Problems

The program prepares students to be knowledgeable in conceptual understanding of mathematics and its application in engineering and other technical environments. All Applied Mathematics majors participate in an interdisciplinary capstone project and an internship under the guidance of a faculty member.

 

Careers in Applied Mathematics

Graduates of the B.S. in Applied Mathematics understand how applied mathematics leads to mathematical models, theories, and applications that contribute to diverse areas of science. You will be well prepared for technical R&D jobs, developing new knowledge in the sphere of engineering problems, or pursuing graduate study in math or engineering.

Applied Mathematics

Dr. Michael Brilleslyper, chair of Florida Poly’s Department of Applied Mathematics, is modernizing curriculum to make it accessible, relevant, and current.
Dr. Michael Brilleslyper
"This is a perfect environment to have a very modern, progressive, integrated curriculum that meshes with engineering, physics, and computer science.”
Michael Brilleslyper
Ph.D., Mathematics, University of Arizona
Brilleslyper, whose industry-recognized work includes curricular reform and teaching innovations in mathematics and calculus, said Florida Poly is an ideal setting to bring to life an outside-the-box approach to mathematics.

 

Research Facilities  

Florida Poly’s Department of Mathematics faculty collaborate with colleagues in computer science, computer and electrical engineering, and data science on research associated with the University’s Advanced Mobility Institute (AMI), an institute dedicated to testing and certification methodologies for autonomous vehicles.

This interdisciplinary relationship provides unique opportunities for students to apply mathematical principles to engineering problems in real world and research-based settings.

 
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Barnett Applied Research Center

Florida Poly’s 90,000-square-foot Barnett Applied Research Center (BARC) was created as a research hub for the Central Florida region to become a magnet for high-tech development around the school. The Barnett Applied Research Center houses research and teaching laboratories, student design spaces, conference rooms, and faculty offices. The building also provides study areas for graduate students, and a small amount of administrative space.

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SunTrax

SunTrax is a large-scale, cutting-edge facility dedicated to the research, development, and testing of emerging transportation technologies in safe and controlled environments. Many of the opportunities are related to tolling, ITS, and automated and connected vehicles. Additionally, the entire site is a connected environment for testing Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) and Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communications.

Make Your Passion a Career

We're here to give you the resources to land your dream internship, work alongside faculty in groundbreaking research, and to develop leadership skills to stand out in the workplace.  
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Internship Opportunities

Internships are an important part of setting up you up for success after college and are a requirement for you to graduate. 
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Research Opportunities

Conduct research along side faculty that is improving lives and changing businesses, with impact ranging from local Lakeland community to the outer-reaches of space. 
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Career Development

We understand the importance of feeling prepared, and we are committed to your success here and beyond. That's why we have resources to support you in your continued career development.

Get Involved Outside the Classroom

We have an active student organization community with more than 35 clubs that vary based on specific academic interests, professional development, and activities just for fun.
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Math Club

The Math Club at Florida Poly seeks to promote a healthy environment for students to embrace higher-level mathematics and develop an appreciation for mathematics in STEM-related careers.
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SPIE

SPIE welcomes anyone interested in optics, lasers, and optoelectronics. This international society is driven by project-oriented researchers looking to discover new technologies involving electromagnetic radiation.

 

Meet the Faculty

Michael Brilleslyper

Michael Brilleslyper

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Ranses Alfonso Rodriguez

Ranses Alfonso Rodriguez

Assistant Professor - 9
Ala Alnaser

Ala Alnaser

Assistant Professor - 9
Austin Anderson

Austin Anderson

Assistant Professor - 9
Aaron Bardall

Aaron Bardall

Instructor - 9
Jared Bunn

Jared Bunn

Assistant Professor - 9
Somak Das

Somak Das

Assistant Professor - 9
Joshua Drouin

Joshua Drouin

Assistant Professor - 9
Nathan Gray

Nathan Gray

Assistant Professor - 9
Justin Hoffmeier

Justin Hoffmeier

Associate Professor - 9
Alexander Joyce

Alexander Joyce

Assistant Professor - 9
Manoj Lamichhane

Manoj Lamichhane

Instructor - 9
Bernadette Mullins

Bernadette Mullins

Associate Professor - 9
Jaeyoun Oh

Jaeyoun Oh

Instructor - 9
Adam Rumpf

Adam Rumpf

Instructor - 9

 

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Program and Student Outcomes

Graduates of the Applied Mathematics program will demonstrate the following:
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Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
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Ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
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Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
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Ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
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Ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
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Ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
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Ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
 
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Program Requirements

Your future as a trusted professional and confident problem solver begins with some essential skills. Your General Education courses give you:

  • Critical Thinking Skills…so that you can both make and follow a reasoned argument and develop habits of organized thinking and rational analysis.
  • Communication Skills…so that you can translate thoughts into words (spoken and written) and make the complex simple.
  • Exposure to Arts/Humanities and Social/Behavioral Sciences … so that you see all problems in their larger human context.
  • Mathematical Reasoning…so that you find and follow the quantitative thread connecting all scientific inquiry.
  • Scientific Reasoning…so that you can apply the scientific method to phenomenon big and small.

Your B.S. in Applied Mathematics requires 120 credits — typically 15 credits across eight semesters. You will complete 12 general education credits (Arts/Humanities and Social Science).

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Applied Mathematics in the News

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Florida Poly students shine at international math competition

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Professor shares novel mathematical concept with Florida Poly students and faculty

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