Nonlinear Optimization   [Archived Catalog]
2017-2018 Graduate Studies Bulletin (Archived Copy)
   

MATH 524 - Nonlinear Optimization

Credits: 3

Descent methods, conjugate direction methods, and Quasi-Newton algorithms for unconstrained optimization; globally convergent hybrid algorithm; primal, penalty, and barrier methods for constrained optimization. Computer implementation of algorithms.

Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 241 and one of MATH 344 or 544 or consent of the Undergraduate Director