ENME 7310 - Computational Design

(3) Credit Hours

Concepts of design optimization, including mathematical programming methods for unconstrained and constrained optimization problems; derivation of discrete and variational sensitivity analysis techniques for direct and adjoint formulations for gradient computations; practical experience in using optimization programs with design applications; Emphasis on optimization problems where systems of partial differential equations are included as constraints (as in fluid and structural mechanics), and on problems involving shape optimization. Prerequisite: department head approval. (Graduate level preparation in computational fluid dynamics is expected; basic understanding of optimization methodologies is recommended.) Differential Course Fee will be assessed