Studies

The department carries out Undergraduate Technomathematics study program (read more in Lithuanian language http://www.techmat.vgtu.lt/)

 

Technomathematics, a branch of Applied Mathematics, is an intersection of mathematics, computer science and engineering. Its main goal is to design, construct and deploy computing systems for solving a variety of technical and natural science problems. Such computing systems are not just algorithms and computer programmes for solving mathematical equations; these systems must have adequate tools for visualization, analysis and interpretation of computing results and other data. Thus, Technomathematics first and foremost builds on mathematical modeling and virtual models.

 

Conception and development of technomathematics into a science and a speciality has been determined by the emergence of high-speed computing systems and their applications in various fields. Traditional division of sciences into theory and practice has been complemented by yet another way of acquiring knowledge, i.e. computer simulation or virtual experiment, linking theoretical analysis with natural experiments. Today aircraft and automotive constructors have a possibility to replace real experiments with virtual ones, and computer game like images replace the real device testing procedures. Hardware and software required for such research often is referred to as the virtual laboratory. Developing and improving these virtual laboratories requires professionals who are able to combine mathematics, computing and engineering sciences.

 

This is where the Technomathematics Programme comes into play. Technomathematics is an European specialty, the name and Europe-wide programme of which was adopted by the representatives of European universities who met in Dresden in autumn of 2003. Despite cyclical fluctutations, technomathematicians enjoy a growing demand in the labour market of the European Economic Area which is due to their high qualifications and flexibility in applying their professional knowledge. Some technomathematicians are developing new models and technologies themselves, but there is an even greater need for professionals who are able to apply new technologies. Students of Technomathematics acquire the ability to discern structural similarities in completely different application contexts, which, coupled with the thorough study of the fields of application, ensures their successful performance in different areas and situations. Therefore technomathematicians are able to work not only in technological companies and scientific laboratories, but also in other areas of applied mathematics. They can master application of mathematical methods for social research, economic and financial analysis, and they can become valuable employees in enterprises and institutions working in these fields. With the sound knowledge and skills in information technologies, the graduates of Technomathematics Programme are able to compete with informatics specialists. Accumulated theoretical knowledge will allow to continue their studies in master and doctoral programmes .

Successful completion of Technomathematics Program is awarded by a bachelor's degree in mathematics.