Optimization Analysis for Engineers

Optimization Analysis for Engineers

Optimization provides an elegant blend of theory and applications. The theory uses elements beginning with elementary calculus and basic linear algebra and continues with functional and convex analysis. Optimization is a problem associated with the best decisions that are effective and efficient whether it is worth maximum or minimum by way of determining a satisfactory solution. Applications of optimization involve science, engineering, economics, and industry. The wide and growing use of optimization makes it essential for students and practitioners in every branch of science and technology.

This course will introduce methods of optimization along with numerous applications in engineering. The goal is to maintain a balance between theory, numerical computation, and problem setup for solution by optimization software and applications to engineering systems.

Course Highlights:

• Linear programming
• Graphical and simplex method
• Non-linear optimization
• One-Dimensional search methods
• Unconstrained and constrained optimization methods
• Multi-objective optimization
• Optimization using Excel, LINGO and MATLAB

Course Benefits:

• Solve various optimization problems
• Use computer programs to solve optimization problems
• Translate practical decision problems into quantitative models
• Analyze the properties of decision models
• Apply appropriate algorithms for finding solutions to decision models
• Utilize science and engineering fundamentals for optimization analysis

Course typically offered: Online every quarter

Prerequisites: Calculus I and Calculus II or equivalent knowledge

Next Steps: Upon completion, consider additional coursework in engineering or related subjects

Contact: Please email us at infotech@ucsd.edu if you have any questions

Course Number: ENG-40023
Credit: 3.00 unit(s)

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1/11/2021 - 3/8/2021

$775

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• SECTION ID:

  152941

• CLASS TYPE:

  Online Asynchronous.
  
  All instruction and course materials delivered and completed online between the published course start and end dates.

• INSTRUCTOR:
  

  Goodarzi, Ehsan

  Ehsan Goodarzi has over 10 years of teaching and research experiences in various fields of civil and environmental engineering. His solid background provides an excellent foundation to solve the great challenges in areas such as sustainability, environment, global warming, and energy. Ehsan also is certified in risk assessment and management, uncertainty analysis, and optimization analysis.  His contributions have resulted in successful engineering project management for reducing system uncertainty, risk identification, and development of mitigation techniques. The exceptional publication records of Dr. Goodarzi include journal papers, two book chapters, and two books in risk assessment and optimization analysis. His teaching strategy is based on sharing problems–both math...Read More

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• POLICIES:

  No refunds after: 1/17/2021.
  

• NOTE:

• DATE & LOCATION:

  1/11/2021 - 3/8/2021
  extensioncanvas.ucsd.edu
  You will have access to your course materials on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.