Applied Mathematics - Curriculum 380
This program is designed to meet the needs of the Department of Defense for
graduates who are skilled in applying concepts of higher mathematics. The objective of
the program is to equip an officer with the skill to analyze a military problem, formulate it
in mathematical terms, solve or approximate a solution, and interpret and present the
results.
Completion of this curriculum also qualifies an officer as an Applied Mathematics
Subspecialty with a code of 4100P. A typical job in this subspecialty is an instructor in
mathematics at the U.S. Naval Academy or the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
Educational Skill Requirements (ESR)
The value of graduate education in mathematics lies in the vast breadth of its
applicability. The officer with advanced education in mathematics possesses skills in
problem solving, modeling, abstraction, optimization, and analysis that are sufficiently
general that they apply in many arenas and never lose their currency in the face of
changing technology and yet-to-be-identified needs. Graduate education in
mathematics is a career-long enabler. Students in the Applied Mathematics curriculum
will receive a solid mathematical foundation as they transition into graduate curricula
emphasizing relevant and modern advanced mathematical techniques. Students will be
encouraged to develop and utilize skills in analysis, reasoning, creativity, and exposition
as they acquire knowledge of mathematics and its applications.
1. Fundamental Areas: The officer will complete courses in the following fundamental
areas of Mathematics, developing sufficient mastery to qualify for teaching Mathematics
at the undergraduate level.
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Single, Multivariate, and Vector Calculus
Linear Algebra and Algebraic Structures
Logic and Discrete Mathematics
Real and Complex Analysis
Modern Applied Algebra and Number Theory
Numerical Analysis
Mathematical Modeling in Applied Mathematics
Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations
2. Applications: The officer will become well-versed in the applications of mathematics
to real world problems of interest to the military, enhancing performance in postgraduate operational billets and policy making positions.
3. Computer Skills: The officer will acquire the ability to use higher-level structured
computer languages on current workstations
4. Communication and Research Skills: The officer will perform independent research in
an area of Mathematics, develop written and oral presentation skills, and gain
instructional experience.
5. Joint Professional Military Education: Graduates will complete the Navy Joint
Professional Military Education Phase I requirements.