Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | ALGORITHMIC GAME THEORY | ||
Code | COMP559 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr G Christodoulou Computer Science G.Christodoulou@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2016-17 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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Learning Outcomes |
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Have a critical awareness of current problems, important concepts and research issues in the field of algorithmic game theory.
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Systematic knowledge and ability to quantify the inefficiency of equilibria.
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Systematic knowledge and ability to formulate mechanism design models or network games for the purpose of modeling particular applications. | |
Detailed understanding and ability to use, describe and explain appropriate algorithmic paradigms and techniques in context of a particular game-theoretic or mechanism design problem. | |
Critical ability to read, understand and communicate research literature in the field of algorithmic game theory. | |
Critical ability to recognise potential research opportunities and research directions in the field of algorithmic game theory. |
Syllabus |
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - |
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Tutorial - |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
30 |
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40 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 110 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Unseen Written Exam | 150 | 2nd Semester | 75 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Written Exam Notes (applying to all assessments) 2 (sets of) assessment tasks This work is not marked anonymously. Written examination |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Coursework | 30 hours for all CAs | 2nd semester | 10 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Assessment 1 |
Coursework | 30 hours for all CAs | 2nd semester | 15 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Assessment 2 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. Explanation of Reading List: |