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Operational Research

University of Dundee
Dundee , United Kingdom
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Bachelors
Major
Operational Research
Area of study
Mathematics and Statistics
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Operational Research Module

The Operational Research module, coded as MA32003, is a comprehensive course that delves into the realm of applied mathematics, seeking optimal solutions to complex, real-life problems. This powerful approach is invaluable across numerous sectors, including business, industry, government, military, health, and more, where decision-making has significant financial implications.


Module Details

  • Credits: 15
  • Level: 3
  • Semester: Semester 2
  • School: School of Science and Engineering
  • Discipline: Mathematics

What You Will Learn

In this module, students will be introduced to:


  • Linear Programming (LP), including the structure of LP problems and the basic Graphical Approach
  • The Simplex Method, a core algorithm in Operational Research
  • Sensitivity Analysis, to understand how problems change
  • Transportation Problems, along with the Transportation and Assignment Algorithms
  • Network Models, providing a broad understanding of Operational Research applications

By the end of this module, students will be able to:


  • Use their broad understanding of Operational Research and its applications
  • Apply skills and knowledge useful across many sectors, including medicine, data science, and finance
  • Interpret problems from real-world settings, choosing appropriate techniques to tackle these problems and being proficient in their use
  • Analyze techniques and results, interpreting the analysis and results for a general audience

Assignments/Assessment

The assessment for this module consists of:


  • Coursework (20%)
  • Final exam (80%)

Teaching Methods

The teaching approach is hands-on, involving lectures and workshops. Each week, there will be a combination of these classes, with lectures including examples and exercises. Workshops provide opportunities to explore new material together, and learning material is supported through videos, review notes, examples, and tutorial questions.


Courses

This module is available on the following undergraduate courses:


  • Mathematics MMath (Hons)
  • Mathematics BSc (Hons)
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