EGR 411 - Engineering Optimization

Students will learn to formulate and solve a variety of engineering optimization problems. Basic concepts, problem formulation, scaling, use of different optimization algorithms, effect of tuning parameters and starting points, and solution interpretation will be taught. Example problems will be taken from mechanical, industrial, electrical, and other engineering disciplines. This course will complement previous and concurrent math and engineering courses across disciplines. Students will learn how optimization can help make decisions involving weight, stiffness, strength, performance, energy utilization, efficiency, and other attributes. Homework and projects will make heavy use of computational (i.e., computer programming) problem-solving.

Prerequisites CS 115, MAT 345
Credits: 3

Class Level Senior Undergraduate
Program Undergraduate