Course detail

Applications of mathematical methods in economics

FAST-DA67Acad. year: 2009/2010

Basics of graph theory, finding optimum graph solutions.
Finding the cheapest spanning tree of a graph.
Finding the shortest path in a graph.
Determining the maximum flow in a network.
NP-complete problems.
Travelling salesman problem.
Linear programming.
Transport prpoblem.
Integer programming.
Basics of the theory of games.

Language of instruction

Czech

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

RNDr. Karel Mikulášek, Ph.D.

Department

Institute of Mathematics and Descriptive Geometry (MAT)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Not applicable.

Prerequisites

Základní znalosti z teorie množin a zběhlost v manipulaci se symbolickými hodnotami.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Not applicable.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Requirements for successful completion of the subject are specified by guarantor’s regulation updated for every academic year.

Course curriculum

1. Basics of graph theory I
2. Basics of graph theory II.
3. Finding the minimum soanning tree in a graph.
4. Finding the shortest path in a graph.
5. Determining a maximum flow in a network I.
6. Determining a maximum flow in a network II.
7. NP-complete problems.
8. Travelling salesman problem.
9. Travelling salesman problem, heuristic methods.
10. Linear programming, theoretical basis.
11. Simplex metoda.
12. Integer programming.
13. Matrix games, solutions in mixed strategies.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

After the course, the students should be familiar with the basics of the theory of graphs necessary to formulate combinatorial problems on graphs. They should know how to solve the most frequently occurring problems using efficient algorithms. They will know about some heuristic approaches to intractable problems. They will learn the basics of linear programming and the theory of games and their applications in business.

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

Extent and forms are specified by guarantor’s regulation updated for every academic year.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Not applicable.

Type of course unit

Lecture

39 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

RNDr. Karel Mikulášek, Ph.D.

VUT

Faculties

University Institutes

Parts

Applications of mathematical methods in economics

Type of course unit