CIE 521 - Civil Engineering Systems and Optimization

Formulation of decision-making problems at different hierarchical levels for engineering systems. Formulation of linear, integer and non-linear models; introduction to exact and approximate solution techniques; solution interpretation and sensitivity analysis; network terminology and problems; basics of game theory; multi-objective models, Pareto front and decision analysis; performing simulation analysis; analyzing simulation outputs; queuing analysis; transportation systems. Includes applications in civil engineering, transportation engineering, structural engineering, project selection, networks, allocation, routing/scheduling, and distribution.

Prerequisites & Notes
MAT 126, MAT 127, instructor permission.

Credits: 3