IN 1000 Quality, Productivity and Competitiveness

This course aims to outline the historical development of the concept of quality through the study of the theories of leading thinkers in this discipline and the forms and models used by successful companies. Students will acquire and apply knowledge of the concepts and the main tools of Total Quality Control in view of the existing need for a change of mentality for individuals and companies to achieve an appropriate level of competitiveness, based on quality and continuous improvement.

FM 2000 Numerical Methods

The aim of this course is for students to understand and apply the basic concepts of numerical methods in the solution of problems related to: interpolation, correlation, numerical differentiation and integration, solving systems of equations through iterative methods, and the solution of differential equations. These goals are to be achieved through the use of computer software.

FM 1235 Astronomy

The aim of this course is for students to: (1) Build a conceptual structure of the Universe by relating its various components with the magnitudes involved in the space and time in which they occur, explaining the phenomena that originated them. (2) Conceptually study the physical phenomena that help us to understand Nature. (3) Understand the motion of objects in the sky as seen from the surface of the earth. (4) Compare the different characteristics of the planets and other objects in ours solar system. (5) Study the evolution of stars and the structure and history of the Universe.

IN 2420 Project Management

By the end of this course, students will be able to use methods and techniques for the successful management of projects (description, planning, organization, programming, control, and closure) and select the best options taking into account their critical parameters to make decisions at any stage, in accordance with the progress achieved.