Course detail

Mathematical models of Decision Making

ÚSI-2SBMMAcad. year: 2018/2019

General approaches to decision making; fundamental decision making models; decision situations are introduced. Special attention will be paid to the branch of mathematical modelling: Stochastic and optimization models. The presentation of principle ideas will amplify ideas linked to topics discussed in the previous 2SAMZ course. The related methods will be presented by using application examples and suitable software: Statistica, GAMS and Matlab.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

4

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students will be familiar with fundamental terms, methods and analytical techniques related to decision making models including risk elements. Specific ways of reasoning, typical for decision making under uncertainty and risk will be developed and enhanced.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of Calculus at the Bachelor’s level; elementary knowledge of computer technology at the level of being able to use applied software. The course content is linked to 2SAMZ course taught in the previous semester.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching is carried out through lectures and seminars. Lectures consist of interpretations of basic principles, methodology of given discipline, problems and their exemplary solutions. Seminars particularly support practical mastery of subject matter presented in lectures or assigned for individual study with the active participation of students.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Course-unit credit requirements: active participation in seminars, mastering the semestral work, and delivery of semester assignment. Examination (written form): a practical part (4 tasks), a theoretical part (4 tasks); ECTS evaluation will be used.

Course curriculum

1. Selected deterministic models: linear and nonlinear optimization.
2. Selected models of multicriteria optimization and decision making.
3. Selected engineering optimization models: inverse problems.
4. Selected deterministic, stochastic, and heuristic solution improving methods.
5. Selected decision making models - software for optimization
6. Decision making models under risk and uncertainty - deterministic reformulations and their properties.
7. Decision making models under risk and uncertainty - engineering applications.
8. Decision making models under risk and uncertainty - discrete mathematics applications.
9. Selected stochastic decision making models for network flows.
10. Multistage models and dynamic programming.
11. Dynamic models - scenario-based techniques, applications in GAMS.
12. Mathematical modelling of advanced decision making structures.
13. Decision making models for conflicts; model transformations and approximations.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

Students will obtain useful knowledge of decision making models involving uncertainty and risk. They will also learn how to apply studied models and methods in the related application areas.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Attendance at seminars is controlled and the teacher chooses the compensation of absences.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

KLAPKA A KOL.: Metody operačního výzkumu, VUTIUM 2001, ISBN 80-214-1839-7
POPELA, P.: Nonlinear Programming, University of Malta, učební texty ÚM VUT v Brně, 2001.
POPELA, P.: Stochastic Programming, University of Malta, učební texty ÚM VUT v Brně, 2003.
GAMS User's Guide, www.gams.com

Recommended reading

MINOUX, M.: Mathematical Programming, Wiley, 1988, ISBN 0471901709
KALL, P., WALLACE, S.W.: Stochastic Programming, Wiley 1993, ISBN 0471951080
WILLIAMS, H. P.: Model Building in Mathematical Programming, Wiley 1993, ISBN 0471941115.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme MRzI Master's

    branch REZ , 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory
    branch RSZ , 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory
    branch RFI , 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory
    branch RSK , 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory
    branch RIS , 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory
    branch RCH , 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hours, optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

Exercise

26 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer