ENG EC 524 - Optimization Theory and Methods

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Boston University

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Prereq: ENG ME 411. 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, nonlinear programming, optimality conditions, gradient methods, and conjugate direction methods. Applications 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, optimal portfolio selection. Meets with ENG MN 524; students may not take both for credit. 4 cr.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bu.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 353-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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