The option in control and dynamical systems (CDS) is open to students with an undergraduate degree in engineering, mathematics, or science. The qualifications of each applicant will be considered individually, and, after being enrolled, the student will arrange his or her program in consultation with a member of the faculty. In some cases the student may be required to make up undergraduate deficiencies in engineering science courses.

The CDS option, as part of the Computing and Mathematical Sciences department, emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of modern theory of dynamical systems and control. The curriculum is designed to promote a broad knowledge of mathematical and experimental techniques in dynamical systems theory and control. In addition to taking courses in the CDS option, students must select a focus area.

Graduate Program Details and Requirements

Requirements for the Control and Dynamical Systems graduate program are listed in the current Caltech Catalog.

Further details and advice can be found here: Navigating the Ph.D. Options in CMS

Graduate Options Administrator

Maria Lopez
[email protected]
(626) 395-3034

Graduate Option Representative

Aaron Ames
Control and Dynamical Systems Option Representative