MAT 8200 Advanced Optimisation

Subject Cat-nbr Class Term Mode Description Units Campus
MAT 8200 35200 2, 2004 ONC Advanced Optimisation 1.00 TWMBA

Academic group: FOSCI
Academic org: FOS003
Student contribution band: 2
ASCED code: 010101


Contents



STAFFING:

Examiner: Ashley Plank
Moderator: Tony Roberts




SYNOPSIS:

This course flexibly covers advanced topics in optimisation theory and applications such as linear, integer, nonlinear, dynamic and/or stochastic programming. Further it covers selected topics from game theory in economics, heuristic problem solving such as genetic algorithms for stochastic optimisation, and other powerful methods of constrained and unconstrained nonlinear optimisation. Enrolment requires the approval of the examiner. This course is normally offered only in odd years.





TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).





REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.





ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

Description Marks out of Wtg(%) Due date
TO BE ADVISED 100.00 100.00 20 Jul 2004