Course syllabus - Process optimization
Scope
7.5 credits
Course code
ERA303
Valid from
Spring semester 2014
Education level
Second cycle
Progressive Specialisation
A1N (Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements).
Main area(s)
Energy Engineering
School
School of Business, Society and Engineering
Ratified
2013-02-01
Revised
2013-09-02
Status
This syllabus is not current and will not be given any more
Literature lists
Course literature is preliminary up to 8 weeks before course start. Course literature can be valid over several semesters.
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Other materials
Litteratur väljs i samråd med handledaren
Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik,
Objectives
The course will give deeper theoretical knowledge in the field of mathematical optimization of energy related processes.
Learning outcomes
After completion of the course the student shall be able to
- Identify and set up functions describing an optimization problem in energy related processes
- Choose a mathematical method for solving the developed equations
- Use computer programs for solving optimization problems
- Evaluate results derived from the solution of an optimization problem
Course content
The theoretical background about setting up objective functions and constraints for energy related processes. Mathematical optimization methods as Lagrange Multipliers method, dynamic programming, search methods, linear programming with and without binary variables. Economic analyses and production planning in district heating systems. Practical use of computer programs for solving optimization problems.
Tuition
Lectures, seminars
Specific requirements
At least 90 credits (ECTS credits) within engineering and natural sciences, of which at least 15 credits are within heat and power technology, 7,5 credits within numerical methods and 7,5 credits within programming, or equivalent experience. In addition, Swedish B/2 and English course A/5. In cases where the course is offered in English, exemption from the Swedish B/2 is given.
Examination
Project (PRO1), 7.5 credits, marks 3, 4 or 5
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Grade
Pass with distinction, Pass with credit, Pass, Fail