CHEMENG 4G03 - Optimization in Chemical Engineering

3 unit(s)

Formulation of optimization programs for important engineering problems focusing on equipment design, economics, controls, operations, and scheduling. Solution methods and analysis of linear, nonlinear, and mixed-integer programs. Introduction to mathematical concepts of convexity and optimality conditions. Introduction to meta-heuristic optimization methods.
Two lectures, one tutorial (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2E04 (or 3E04), 3G04, 3P04 or permission of the department