MATH 757 (01) - Mathematical Optimization for Applications

Mathematical Optimization

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences::Mathematics&Statistics
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 10 
Term:  Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
CRN:  53552
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
This course introduces the foundations of mathematical optimization and reinforces them via applications. The content includes convex optimization, first and second-order methods, constrained problems, duality, linear and quadratic programming, as well as discrete and non-convex optimization. Applications will focus on machine learning methods but also include problems from engineering and operations research. Programming proficiency in MATLAB, R, Java, C, Python, or equivalent is required prior to taking this course.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Cross Listed With : MATH 857 (01)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 426 or MATH 426H
Equivalent(s):  CS 757
Classes not allowed in section: Freshman, Sophomore
Instructors:  Marek Petrik

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
1/23/2024 5/6/2024 MWF 10:10am - 11:00am KING N113
Final Exam5/15/2024 5/15/2024 W 10:30am - 12:30pm KING N113