Applied Mathematics

The Applied Mathematics Interdisciplinary Minor offers an introduction to the process of modeling natural or social phenomena by mathematical systems. The goal of the Interdisciplinary Minor is to foster skills in the development of an appropriate variety of mathematical tools, to acquire an appreciation for the limitations of a given mathematical model and for modeling as a dynamic process, and to experience this process within a specific domain of application. The applied mathematics interdisciplinary minor has two tracks (Social Science Emphasis & Natural Science Emphasis).  Either track is open to all students (regardless of major).

The Applied Mathematics Interdisciplinary Minor is administered by the Applied Mathematics Advisory Committee. The faculty liaison is Prof. Michelle P. Kuchera mikuchera@davidson.edu.  Students interested in declaring the Applied Mathematics Minor must meet with Dr. Michelle Kuchera by the last day of class of the spring semester of the junior year; however, earlier minor declaration increases the opportunity for coherence and flexibility in planning the applicant’s course of study.    Appropriate progress toward satisfying the required portion of the Interdisciplinary Minor should be made by the end of the sophomore year. Certification of completion of all the requirements for the Interdisciplinary Minor is made by the Registrar upon the recommendation of the Applied Mathematics Advisory Committee.