Computational Methods for Operations Research

Course #OA2801

Est.imated Completion Time: 3 months

Overview

An introductory course in computation and procedural programming with an emphasis on the analysis and implementation of algorithms relevant to Operations Research. The course is taught using a general purpose programming language. The laboratory has weekly programming assignments. Prerequisite: None.

Learning Outcomes

  • Improve your ability to "think computationally."
  • Learn how to analyze basic algorithms for correctness and eSiciency, as well as implement them.
  • Understand fundamental tradeoSs in representing and manipulating data on a computer and how these aSect the outcome of any numerical analysis.
  • Be able to create, edit, compile, and run basic computer programs using the Python programming language.
  • Write a program that reads data from an input file, processes it, and write it to an output file.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the development of basic computer tools for solving practical problems.

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