Optimization Theory and Methods

ENG EC 524

Undergraduate Prerequisites: (ENGEK103 OR CASMA142) - Introduction to optimization problems and algorithms emphasizing problem formulation, basic methodologies, and underlying mathematical structures. Classical optimization theory as well as recent advances in the field. Topics include modeling issues and formulations, simplex method, duality theory, sensitivity analysis, large-scale optimization, integer programming, interior-point methods, non-linear programming optimality conditions, gradient methods, and conjugate direction methods. Applications are considered; case studies included. Extensive paradigms from production planning and scheduling in manufacturing systems. Other illustrative applications include fleet management, air traffic flow management, optimal routing in communication networks, and optimal portfolio selection. Same as ENG EC 674, ENG SE 524, ENG SE 674. Students may not receive credit for both.

FALL 2024 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 Castanon PHO 210 TR 3:30 pm-5:15 pm Mts w/ENG SE524 Mts w/ENG EC674 Mts w/ENG SE674 ; ENG EC524 is for non-Doctoral students only. Doctoral students should register for ENG EC674. Waitlist link: Here

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