The Computational Applied Science program is not accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.

Computational Applied Science (CAS) encompasses the interplay between the mathematics of models, arising from physical science and engineering, and the numerical techniques for their computational implementation and subsequent solution. With a comprehensive background in mathematics and physical sciences, the major has, as its specific objective, to enable students in the major to construct practical numerical solutions to problems in science and engineering. A strong component of the pro-gram is the development, analysis, and integration of numerical algorithms and an appreciation for the interaction between numerical simulation, theoretical models, and experiment. Students who complete the Computational Applied Science program will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Computational Applied Science.

Objectives. The objective of the Computational Applied Science program is to provide a basic education in the fundamental principles of computational applied sci-ence combined with key courses in mathematics, engineering, and the sciences. This will enable an integrated understanding of all components leading to practical and efficient computational solutions to problems. The major prepares students for careers in computational applied science professions as well as for graduate study in related fields.

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Upper Division Required Courses

The Optical Science and Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012; (410) 347-7700.

Optical Science and Engineering encompasses the physical phenomena and technologies associated with the generation, transmission, manipulation, detection, and applications of light. The Optical Science and Engineering curriculum prepares students to design, analyze, and fabricate effective optical systems. Much of the nation’s high-technology infrastructure is based upon optics and its applications, the most prominent being optical digital information transmission. Optical systems play a central role in nearly all aspects of modern life including health care and the life sciences, remote optical sensing, lighting, cameras, space, and national defense.

Students who complete the Optical Science and Engineering curriculum will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Optical Science and Engineering.

Objectives. Our fundamental program objective is to educate students in the basics required for optical science and engineering: mathematics, sciences, and engineer-ing. We educate students in the fundamentals of the science, analysis, and design of optical systems.

Lower Division Required Courses

Upper Division Required Courses

Graduate students in Applied Science at UC Davis use mathematics and physics to discover new knowledge at the dynamic intersections of engineering, mathematical, physical and biological sciences. Our mission is to advance the leading edge of research and create tools to serve industry, government and society.

We offer unusually rich research opportunities, with a high level of support for graduate students and demonstrated excellence in career prospects following graduation. Nanotechnology and biophotonics are particular areas of interest.

A major strength of the department is its access to the scientists and facilities of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory where many of our faculty have joint ap-pointments. Nearly all the students use the laboratory for their thesis research, while the laboratory's facilities are some of the nation's best in atomic and molecular physics, computational physics, fusion technology, laser physics and nonlinear optics, materials science and condensed matter physics, plasma physics and scientific computing.

Generous financial support is available in the form of research assistantships, teaching assistantships, fellowships and financial aid.

Applied Biosciences & Biotechnology

Atomic, Molecular and Laser Physics

Optical Sciences

Computational Science & Engineering

Materials Science & Condensed Matter Physics

Plasma Science & Fusion Engineering

Computer Visualization and Communications

Research Facilities:

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Los Alamos National Laboratory

High-Power Microwave Source and Plasma Interaction Laboratory

Far-Infrared and Millimeter Wave Magnetic Fusion Plasma Diagnostics

Ultrafast Optics and Optoelectronics Facility

Center for Biophotonics Science and Technology