School of Computing and Mathematics  
 
 
MAT-30008 Mathematical Programming  
Co-ordinator: Dr John Preater    Room: MAC2.35, Tel:37800  
Teaching Team:  
Level: 3 Credits: 15 Study Hours: 150  
School Office: Tel: 01782 733075
 
 
 
Programme/Approved Electives for
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Prerequisites
1st year Mathematics or Statistics
Barred Combinations
None
Description

Mathematical programming involves maximizing or minimizing a real function of several variables subject to a list of constraints. It is a major branch of Operational Research, where the formulation is typically a model of an organizational problem; although there are many applications in the social and natural sciences and also in other areas of mathematics. The module studies the mathematical underpinnings of various algorithms for solving different classes of problem, with a strong emphasis on linearity. Some specific applications are mentioned, but the module deals primarily with theory and methods. The work builds upon the account of the Simplex method given in MAT - 10005; this material will be assumed.
Aims
Intended Learning Outcomes
Study hours
Lectures : 33 hours
Private Study : 117 hours
Description of Module Assessment
Assessment is by coursework (20%) and examination ( 80%)
1: Exercise weighted 20%
PROBLEM SOLVING
2: 2 Hour Unseen Exam weighted 80%
2 HOUR UNSEEN EXAM
Version: (1.04S) Created: 04/Jun/2010

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