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Interdisciplinary Computational Science

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Prepare for a leadership role in STEM with the interdisciplinary computational science minor

Modeling and creating simulations are key skills in any math, science or engineering profession. That’s why we’ve created a unique, interdisciplinary computational science minor.

This minor gives students the opportunity to study algorithms, computer science, molecular modeling, statistics, fluid dynamics and more. Along with the skills learned in these courses, students get ample opportunities to work in teams and complete research projects.

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About the Interdisciplinary Computational Science Minor

The interdisciplinary computational science minor is available to both undergraduate and graduate students. All students take a variety of core courses in computational methods, statistical software and scientific computing. Students also select several courses from a list of approved electives.

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Recognizing the expanding relevance of modeling and simulation in diverse arenas, the interdisciplinary computational science minor offers tailored courses to empower students in science, mathematics and engineering with the essential expertise for influential roles in their disciplines.

View the full UNDERGRADUATE interdisciplinary computational science minor curriculum.

View the full GRADUATE interdisciplinary computational science minor curriculum.

Students must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree to qualify for the interdisciplinary computational science minor.

Additional UNDERGRADUATE requirements:

  • Students must earn 15 credit hours in specified courses
    • Within the 15 credits, students must earn 9 credits at the upper-division level (3000 or above)
    • Within the 15 credits, students must earn 6 credits outside of their major
    • Within the 15 credits, students must earn at least 6 credits in core courses
  • Only grades of C or better will be accepted for the minor

Additional GRADUATE requirements:

  • Students must earn 15 credit hours in specified courses
    • Within the 15 credits, students must earn at least 12 credits in graduate level classes (5000)
    • Within the 15 credits, students must earn 6 credits outside of their department
  • Only grades of B or better will be accepted for the minor
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What can you do with an interdisciplinary computational science minor?

The purpose of the interdisciplinary computational science minor is to prepare science, math and engineering grads for leadership roles in their chosen professions.

Computational Science Careers

Here are some of the job titles our STEM grads currently hold:

  • Machine Learning Research Scientist
  • Research Data Scientist
  • Innovation and Operational Technology Director
  • Technology Development Modeling Engineer
  • Software Engineer
  • Associate Director of Bioinformatics

 

 

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Notable Alumni Employers

  • National Science Foundation (NSF)
  • Panasonic Energy of North America
  • Cedars-Sinai
  • National Astronomical Observatory of Japan
  • Intel
  • Arrow Electronics
  • SSR Mining Inc.
  • Tesla Corporation
  • Colorado School of Mines Center for Underground Construction and Tunneling

 

 

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Interdisciplinary Computational Science Minor Highlights

The interdisciplinary computational science minor is a unique program with exciting courses that prepare students for leadership roles in their fields. Here are a few of the benefits you’ll experience as a student in this program.

Hands-On Learning Opportunities

Many experiential learning opportunities are embedded throughout the minor. All students complete computing research projects and coursework and also have the opportunity to collaborate in teams. Many students also participate in internships and externships in their areas of interest.

Notable Faculty

Due to the interdisciplinary nature of this program, students have the unique opportunity to learn from many of our talented faculty members. Likewise, there are many faculty members that work together to make this program possible. Learn more about each faculty member and their specialty by clicking their name below.

 

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School of Computing

Department 3395, 1000 E. University Avenue

Laramie, WY 82071

Phone: (307) 766-5299

Email: uwyo-soc@uwyo.edu