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 | NETWORKS IN THEORY AND PRACTICE | ||
Code | MATH367 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr A Pantelous Mathematical Sciences A.Pantelous@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2016-17 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To develop an appreciation of network models for real world problems. To describe optimisation methods to solve them. To study a range of classical problems and techniques related to network models. |
Learning Outcomes |
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After completing the module students should . be able to model problems in terms of networks. · be able to apply effectively a range of exact and heuristic optimisation techniques. |
Syllabus |
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1 Basic graph and network definitions and results. Minimal spanning trees. Shortest/path algorithms (Dijkstra, Floyd). Edge routing, Euler tours,Chinese postman problem. Node routing, Hamilton tours,.Travelling salesman problem. Complexity problems. Branch and bound strategies, integer linear programming, generalised assignments. Lagrangean relaxation methods, knapsack problems, set-covering problems. Heuristics, local search methods, vehicle routing problem. |
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: |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Co-requisite modules: |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme:G1N2 Year:3 |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Programme:G100 Year:3 Programme:G101 Year:3,4 Programme:G110 Year:3 Programme:G1F7 Year:3 Programme:G1R9 Year:3 Programme:G1X3 Year:3 Programme:GG13 Year:3 Programme:GN11 Year:3 Programme:GG14 Year:3 Programme:GL11 Year:3 Programme:GR11 Year:3 Programme:GV15 Year:3 Programme:GG1A Year:3 Programme:BCG0 Year:3 Programme:L000 Year:3 Programme:Y001 Year:3 Programme:MMAS Year:1 Programme:G1N3 Year:3 Programme:NG31 Year:3 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Written Exam | 2.5 hours | First semester | 100 | No reassessment opportunity | Standard UoL penalty applies | Assessment 1 There is no reassessment opportunity, Notes (applying to all assessments) Final exam rubric: Full marks will be awarded for complete answers to all questions |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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