Master in Applied Mathematics
with
concentration in Dynamical Systems
MS code: 776316
Catalog description:
This concentration focuses on interdisciplinary
This concentration focuses on interdisciplinary applications of
dynamical systems and nonlinear modeling in biology, chemistry,
engineering, and physics. Students with interests in modeling and
analyzing real life problems through mathematics will benefit from this
concentration. To enter the program, students must possess a
bachelor’s degree with a strong mathematical background. In addition
to completing the specific requirements for the Master of Science
degree in applied mathematics, students pursuing this concentration
will complete the following 15 units of core courses: Mathematics 531,
538, 636, and 638; 12 units of electives and three units of
Mathematics 799A (Thesis/Project). Possible electives include
Mathematics 696, Special Topics in Dynamical Systems (Nonlinear
Waves, Pattern Formation, Applied Bifurcation of Dynamical Systems,
Nonlinear Time Series, Numerical Experiments and Methods in
Dynamical Systems, Fractal Geometry, Mathematical Biology/Neural
Modeling) to be offered depending on demand and resources. Other
recommended electives include Mathematics 542, 623, 637, 668,
693A, 693B, 797; Computer Science 553; Physics 580. Depending on
the student's interests and background, electives from other
departments may be approved by the adviser.
Admission Requirements (MS code 776316)
To be admitted to the program, the student should
have training equivalent to that required for an undergraduate
degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, physics
or electrical engineering. In addition, all students
must satisfy the general requirements for admission
to the university with classified graduate standing.
The Department maintains a web page with further information
on admission
requirements.
Financial support
Graduate Teaching Assistantships are available.
If you are planning to apply for a GTA position, use
the following application and mail it to the department
of Mathematics and Statistics. Everything that needs to
be turned in with the application is listed at the top
of the form.
Financial Aid Application: MS
Word file
Amy Stokes
Math & Computer Science
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-7720
Phone: 619-594-6191
Fax: 619-594-6746
astokes@sciences.sdsu.edu
Exceptional candidates may be granted a tuition waver
to cover the difference between out-of-state fees and
in-state fees.
Graduation Requirements
Specific Requirements for the Master of Science
Degree in
Applied Mathematics with concentration
in Dynamical Systems (MS code: 776316).
In addition to meeting the requirements for classified
graduate standing and the basic requirements for the
master's degree described in Part Two of this bulletin,
the student must meet the following requirements:
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Have completed before entering the program, the
following courses or their equivalents: Mathematics
524, 534A, 534B, 541; Statistics 551A; and programming
proficiency in a computer language. Admission to
the program as conditionally classified may be granted
without some of the coursework above, contingent
on the student removing any deficiencies by the
end of the first year in the program. (These courses
will not count toward the degree course requirements.)
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Complete a minimum of 30 units of approved 500-,
600- and 700-numbered courses. All programs must
include at least 21 units in mathematical sciences
(with the possible exception of a student who shows
an interest in mathematical modeling) and at least
18 units selected from 600- and 700-numbered courses.
No more than six units in Mathematics 797 and 798
will be accepted for credit toward the degree. A
program of study must be approved by the graduate
adviser.
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With departmental approval, the student
may select Plan A, and complete Mathematics 799A,
Thesis. The student must have an oral defense of their
thesis or research, open to the public. If Plan B
is elected, the student must complete three units
of Mathematics 797, Research, and pass the written
Comprehensive Examination in Applied Mathematics.
The thesis is written under the direction of a faculty
member who works closely with the student in both the
research and the writing of the thesis. The student
can choose any faculty member in the program to be the
thesis adviser. The student and the adviser will determine
the topic of the thesis, generally on a topic of interest
to both. The average student takes 6 months or less
to complete a thesis.
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