Dr. Francisco Armero

Professor

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Biography

Francisco Armero is a professor in Civil Environmental Engineering. His research work focuses on broad theoretical and applied aspects of computational mechanics. Specific areas of expertise include computational failure mechanics, nonlinear dynamics, computational inelasticity, high-performance finite elements, arbitrary Lagrangian-Eulerian (ALE) methods, coupled problems, and integration algorithms in fluid mechanics.

Research Interests

Computational Mechanics Nonlinear Continuum Mechanics

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.