EMCH 530 - Introduction to Engineering Optimization

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Course Description

Mathematical formulation of an optimum design problem, introduction to optimum design concepts and multidisciplinary design optimization. Use of mathematical programming methods for unconstrained and constrained minimization for engineering design optimization. Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 142, Graduate standing. FS: 10/04/2017.CL: 2020.

College	EC - Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing
Section	J60
Instructional Method	DWEBS 100 Pct Web Synchronous
CRN	50189
Restrictions	CAMPUSICOL - USC Columbia FOSALLI451A - Chemical Engineering FOSALLI455A - Civil Engineering FOSALLI470A - Biomedical Engineering FOSALLI477A - Aerospace Engineering

Information is accurate as of December 2, 2025 (Subject to change)

Special Fee Notification

Students may be required to be proctored during online test completion. If students are unable to attend test proctoring sessions in person at the Distributed Learning office, additional fees may apply for online test proctoring if the course requires online testing.