Department of Mathematics and Physics

Mathematics

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO's)

Program Description

Mathematics has applications in almost all subjects, including physics, chemistry, computer science, and engineering. Biologists, sociologists, economists, psychologists, historians, and lawyers have vastly benefited from mathematics in their work for drawing conclusions and developing novel techniques of investigation. Thus, the needs of pure and applied mathematicians are in high demand, with a full agenda. To this end, the Department of Mathematics and Physics offers both Bachelors of Science (BS) and Arts (BA) degree programs to equip graduates with analytical and quantitative knowledge, skills, and expertise to fully participate in a progressive society and constantly competitive global environment. The program enforces training for a solid background in quantitative analysis, a requirement of mathematics related jobs in industry and government. Of which, graduates with a Bachelors of Arts in Mathematics and Grades 7-12 certification will have diverse career options in education, finances, and technology. A minor degree program in mathematics on the other hand develops quantitative, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills that are applicable across a wide range of fields to complement any field of study. It requires 12 SCH upper division mathematics courses beyond MATH 2415 Calculus III.

TAMIU mathematics programs lead to an attractive future for students who may have any of the following goals: to prepare for careers in fields requiring a solid background in quantitative analysis; to further graduate work and a career in research or academia, and to teach at various levels. The applications come from theory and tools available from several areas of mathematics. We not primarily focus on these applications to enrich the nature of these disciplines but rather their direct interaction with mathematics, providing a vast array of transferable and marketable skills valuable for their future careers.

A graduate degree is a natural extension of your continuation of higher education in Mathematics. The Master’s in Mathematics Degree Program (M.S.) at TAMIU is as strong as ever!  TAMIU was ranked No. 3 among the 10 best colleges for Mathematics majors in the state of Texas, according to a ranking announced by Zippia.com. Our graduates continue to dominate the workforce in Laredo and surrounding areas. Some of them are in prominent positions of leadership and thus, reaping the benefits of the program. This program has already produced more than 60+ students who are currently serving in the school districts, community colleges, and industries. Some even completed doctoral studies. There are four different track options to choose from: Thesis, Non-thesis, Education track, and Applied Statistics track among many courses in various fields. Applied Statistics track offers opportunities to learn about new data tools and methodologies, see data science in action, and network with experts. The courses cover topics such as computational statistics, machine learning, data visualization, practice, and applications.

Undergraduate Degrees

• Bachelor of Arts with a major in Mathematics (BA)
• Bachelor of Arts with a major in Mathematics with Grades 7 - 12 Certification (BA)
• Bachelor of Science with a major in Mathematics (BS)
• Minor Degree Program in Mathematics

Graduate Degrees

• Master of Science in Mathematics (MS) (Thesis)
• Master of Science in Mathematics (MS) (Non-Thesis)
• Applied Statistics Track (MS) (Non-Thesis)
• Master of Science in Mathematics Education Track (MS) (Non-Thesis)

Graduate Handbook & Thesis Manual

• Graduate Handbook
• Thesis Manual

3-Year Cycle of Course Offering

• Undergraduate
• Graduate

Physics

Program Description

The Department of Mathematics and Physics offers a wide range of courses for many majors, known as liberal arts education, which emphasizes broad exposure to various disciplines like humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to cultivate critical thinking and provide foundational knowledge at Texas A&M International University. The courses are chosen to give the student a solid foundation in the concepts of classical and modern physics and to assist the student in developing the necessary analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills in the classrooms and laboratories. Laboratory courses will complement this experience with further opportunities to develop experimental skills and a working knowledge of advanced technology in group and individual settings. Students are strongly encouraged to further develop these skills by participating in advanced experimental, analytical, or computational research under the supervision of a faculty mentor.

It also offers a minor degree program in Applied Physics. The minor in Applied Physics currently consists of 20 SCH, 12 of which must be at the advanced level.

Undergraduate Degrees

• Minor in Applied Physics

3-Year Cycle of Course Offering

• Undergraduate

Computer Science

Program Description

Computer science is the study of computer systems, including the architecture of computers, development of computer software, information processing, computer applications, algorithm problem-solving, and the mathematical foundations of the discipline.

A minor in computer science has been designed and implemented for qualified students who wish to complement their major with a set of skills and knowledge from the discipline of computer science, and gives assurance of a fundamental understanding of the discipline and provides a basis for more advanced study, thoughtful inquiry into the interaction of computing and disciplines such as engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, and any other field of arts and sciences, and for work in the computer field.

The computer science major under development will provide professional education in computer science to prepare undergraduate the skills of computational thinking for graduate study or for productive careers in industry, academia, and government in the computing field. Students will learn concepts and skills needed for applying computer systems, designing and implementing software systems and developing innovative ideas in a diverse range of applications such as user interfaces, networking and telecommunications, databases, and web technologies.

Undergraduate Degrees

• Minor in Computer Science

3-YEAR CYCLE OF COURSE OFFERING

• Undergraduate

Astronomy & Astrophysics

Program Description

The Department of Mathematics and Physics at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) invites students to learn about the exciting field of Astronomy, the study of the structure and evolution of the universe. The Department currently offers Principles of Astronomy lecture and laboratory courses online. Students learn about the Solar System, properties of planets, the Milky Way Galaxy, properties of stars, galactic clusters and superclusters, and cosmology. The Department is looking to expand its course offerings in astronomy and is currently working on a proposed minor in astronomy. This minor is being designed to allow students to transfer to an established Astronomy program as their eventual program of study. The minor in Astronomy will allow students to develop their analytical skills and prepare them academically for further study in a graduate program, after which they could seek employment at a research facility, including the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The minor in Astronomy will also make available to students research opportunities with faculty at TAMIU and elsewhere. Mr. Peter S. Davis (e-mail: peter.davis@tamiu.edu & Phone: 956.326.3128) would like to hear from those interested in this exciting field of study.