DSES 4780 - Computational Optimization

Institution:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Description:

An introduction to nonlinear programming. Models, methods, algorithms, and computer techniques for nonlinear optimization are studied. Students investigate contemporary optimization methods both by implementing these methods and through experimentation with commercial software. Nonmajors wishing to gain practical optimization skills are welcome in this course. A course project allows students to explore optimization methods and practical problems directly related to their interests. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: MATP 4700 or DSES 4770, and MATH 2010 or ENGR 1100, and CSCI 1100, or equivalent, or permission of instructor. When Offered: Spring term annually. Cross Listed: Cross-listed as MATP-4820. Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and MATP-4820. Credit Hours: 4

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rpi.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 276-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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