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COMP3530: Discrete Optimization
2023 unit information
This unit introduces students to the algorithmic theory and applications of discrete optimisation. The main aims of this unit are: Learn how to model various practical problems as abstract optimisation problems; Learn the theory underlying efficient algorithms for solving these problems; Learn how to use these tools in practice. Specific topics include: Linear and integer programming, polyhedral theory, and approximation algorithms.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Computer Science
| Code | COMP3530 |
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| Academic unit | Computer Science |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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COMP2123 OR COMP2823 OR COMP2007 OR COMP2907 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand fundamental algorithms for several optimisation problems, such as linear and integer programming, approximation algorithms, and fixed-parameter tractability
- LO2. implement algorithms and use standard tools for solving real life problems
- LO3. model application problems as optimisation problems
- LO4. apply and tailor known algorithms for solving new, and challenging problems.
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