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Course: 2025/2026

Optimization and Analytics
(16501)
Bachelor in Data Science and Engineering (Plan: 566 - Estudio: 350)


Coordinating teacher: NOGALES MARTIN, FRANCISCO JAVIER

Department assigned to the subject: Statistics Department

Type: Compulsory
ECTS Credits: 6.0 ECTS

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Requirements (Subjects that are assumed to be known)
Basic knowledge of mathematics and statistics
Objectives
1. Know how to model and implement optimization methods and simulation techniques in decision-making problems in business. 2. Learn about the conditions to be satisfied by solutions of optimization problems. 3. Learn to use tools of modern optimization and simulation techniques in an efficient way.
Learning Outcomes
K3: To know fundamental contents in their area of study starting from the basis of general secondary education and reaching a level proper of advanced textbooks, including also some aspects of the forefront of their field of study. K4: Knowledge of basic scientific and technical subjects that qualify for the learning of new methods and technologies, as well as providing a great versatility to adapt to new situations, in the field of data storage, management and processing. S3: Ability to solve technological, computer, mathematical and statistical problems that may arise in data engineering and science, applying knowledge of mathematics, probability and statistics, programming, databases, and languages, grammars and automata. S4: Ability to solve mathematically formulated problems applied to various subjects, using numerical algorithms and computational techniques, and applying knowledge of: algebra; geometry; differential and integral calculus; numerical methods; numerical algorithms; statistics and optimization S7: Capability for mathematical modeling, algorithmic implementation and optimization problem solving related to data science, relying on knowledge of mathematics, algorithms, programming and optimization. C2: To develop those learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy. C3: Ability to solve problems with initiative, decision making, creativity, and to communicate and transmit knowledge, skills and abilities, understanding the ethical, social and professional responsibility of the data processing activity. Leadership capacity, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit C5: Be able to analyze and synthesize basic problems related to engineering and data science, elaborate, defend and efficiently communicate solutions individually and professionally, applying the knowledge, skills, tools and strategies acquired or developed in their area of study.
Description of contents: programme
1. Introduction: process modeling in decision-making problems 2. Linear Models: modeling, applications, Simplex method 3. Discrete Models: applications, binary variables, logic constraints, algorithms 4. Non-linear Models: applications, optimality conditions, algorithms for machine learning 5. Case Studies
Learning activities and methodology
Theory (3 ECTS), Practice (3 ECTS). 50% lectures with teaching materials available on the Web. The other 50% practical sessions (computer labs).
Assessment System
  • % end-of-term-examination/test 50
  • % of continuous assessment (assigments, laboratory, practicals...) 50

Calendar of Continuous assessment


Extraordinary call: regulations

The course syllabus may change due academic events or other reasons.


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