(UTD) Applied Mathematics Degree, Program Information at The University of Texas at Dallas

A program that focuses on the application of mathematics and statistics to the solution of functional problems in fields such as engineering and the applied sciences. Includes instruction in natural phenomena modeling continuum mechanics, reaction-diffusion, wave propagation, dynamic systems, numerical analysis, controlled theory, asymptotic methods, variation, optimization theory, inverse problems, and applications to specific scientific and industrial topics. Find Colleges Offering Applied Mathematics Degree.

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Natural Sciences Managers
Job Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
Salary and Wages
Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 200
- Average Annual Salary: $118,050
- Average Hourly Rate: $56.76
Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 150
- Average Annual Salary: $112,740
- Average Hourly Rate: $54.20
Projections
- Total Employment (2006): 40,743
- Total Employment Projected (2016): 45,381
- Percent Job Growth: 11.38%
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Speech Recognition
- Speech Clarity
Mathematicians
Job Description
Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve or direct solutions to problems in various fields by mathematical methods.
Projections
- Total Employment (2006): 3,033
- Total Employment Projected (2016): 3,342
- Percent Job Growth: 10.20%
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Fluency of Ideas
- Originality
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Information Ordering
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Number Facility
- Near Vision
Statisticians
Job Description
Engage in the development of mathematical theory or apply statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields, such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, economic statistics, or other fields.
Projections
- Total Employment (2006): 22,416
- Total Employment Projected (2016): 24,324
- Percent Job Growth: 8.51%
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Information Ordering
- Category Flexibility
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Number Facility
Mathematical Technicians
Job Description
Apply standardized mathematical formulas, principles, and methodology to technological problems in engineering and physical sciences in relation to specific industrial and research objectives, processes, equipment, and products.
Projections
- Total Employment (2006): 1,302
- Total Employment Projected (2016): 1,405
- Percent Job Growth: 7.89%
Important Abilities
- Deductive Reasoning
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Number Facility
Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Job Description
Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations.
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Speech Clarity