Case Studies Optimization

What it is about

You work in small teams on concrete optimization tasks from discrete and non-linear optimization. You model real problems, select and implement suitable solution procedures with modern optimization tools, and present and assess the results both for a disciplinary audience and for a non-scientific audience.

What you will be able to do

• Analysis of concrete problems and creation of suitable models
• Investigation and evaluation of various solution techniques
• Implementation of algorithms with current optimization tools
• Assessment of the solutions with regard to their application
• Organization and structuring of a larger project in a team
• Presentation of the results for scientific and non-scientific audiences

What the module consists of

• Projektarbeit in KleingruppenProcessing of a practical problem from modeling to implementation to documentation; central component
• PosterpräsentationPreparation and communication of the project contents for a non-scientific audience
• Oral Presentation (wissenschaftlich)Presentation and discussion of the results before a specialist audience

Teaching method

• Projektarbeit unter BetreuungDevelopment of a concrete task, regular exchange with supervisors and collaborative implementation
• Einführende Diskussionen und ModellbildungClarification of the problem setup and formulation of mathematical models
• Hands-on Training mit OptimierungstoolsLearning and applying modern software for discrete and non-linear optimization
• Feedback- und PräsentationstrainingPreparation for poster and oral presentations for different target audiences
• Gegebenenfalls IndustriekooperationenWorking with industry partners to enhance realism of project management and communication