MA4804 Optimization Theory and Applications

To present a unified view of the fundamental concepts in optimization and the diverse range of optimization problems encountered in science, engineering and business, so as to equip students with an appreciation of the nature of such problems and with the knowledge and skills to apply optimization to the design of components, devices, systems and processes as well as to the solution of various problems encountered in these fields.
In addition, emphasis will also be placed on the fundamental and numerical concepts of optimization that will help develop mathematical and creative insights into how to visualize, frame and formulate problems and thereby enhance decision-making skills for managing complex real-world problems.

Upon completion of the course, students should be able to :

Describe the various components of an optimization problem, the basic approaches to solving various types of optimization problems, and the mathematical concepts behind these problems and their solution methods.
Classify the diverse range of optimization problems encountered in science, engineering and business.
Formulate these problems for solving.
Select the appropriate optimization methods for solving various optimization problems as well as apply software tools for solving these problems, with an understanding of the working principles behind the methods and their practical implementation.

Examples and problems will be drawn from a diverse range of applications, such as :

K. Tai
School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Nanyang Technological University
50 Nanyang Ave
Singapore 639798

Phone : +65 67904444
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This page was last updated on 3 Nov 2020.