Optimization Techniques (PS807)

Programme: 

M.Tech (P&ES)

Semester: 

First

Category: 

Elective Courses (Ele)

Credits (L-T-P): 

03 (3-0-0)

Content: 

Linear Programming: Simplex method and extensions. Network models: Shortest path, maximum flow and minimum cost problems. Dynamic programming: resource allocation, production scheduling and equipment replacement problem. Non-linear programming: selected unconstrained and constrained non-linear programming algorithms like quasi Newton, reduced gradient and gradient projection methods. Penalty function methods, Quadratic programming.

References: 

1. Lueneburger , Linear and Non linear Programming, McGraw-Hill.
2. Fletcher, Optimization techniques, John Wiley and Sons.

Department: 

Electrical and Electronics Engineering