Optimization and Simulation (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

The students master concepts and methods included in optimization and simulation. The students can formulate a problem arising from working life in the form of an optimization task or simulation study and they can solve the problem by using a computer.

Content

Linear and non-linear multivariable optimization task; basics of network theory; optimization task in networks; phases of simulation study; basics and use of queue formation; analysis of input and output data; use of computer programs.

Materials

Will be described in the learning environment following the course description.

Teaching methods

Contact lessons and exercises
Self study
Learning tasks

Exam schedules

The date and execution of the exam will be announced in the beginning of the course.

Completion alternatives

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

Contact lessons 36 hours
Independent study 36 hours
Learning tasks 36 hours
Preparing for exam 12 hours

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient 1
You have achieved the desired goals. You know a few of the concepts and methods and how to apply them in familiar situations but your reasoning is often deficient and you make mistakes in calculations.

Satisfactory 2
You have achieved the desired goals. You know many of the concepts and methods and how to apply them in familiar situations but your reasoning is sometimes deficient or you make mistakes in calculations.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good 3
You have achieved the desired goals. You know most of the concepts and methods and how to apply them in familiar situations showing often the ability to reason completely and calculate flawlessly.

Very good 4
You have achieved the desired goals. You know most of the concepts and methods and how to apply them in new situations showing in most cases the ability to reason completely and calculate flawlessly.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You have achieved the desired goals. You know all the concepts and methods and how to apply them in new situations showing always the ability to combine things, reason completely and calculate flawlessly.

Qualifications

The student knows probability distributions and can use Excel.

Further information

Open AMK: at most 5 students if there are seats in the classroom