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AOE-5064: Structural Optimization

Description: Structural optimization via calculus of variations. Application of techniques of mathematical programming to optimize trusses, beams, frames, columns, and other structures. Sensitivity calculation of structural response. Approximation techniques and dual and optimality criteria methods. A background in optimization is necessary.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: N/A

Required By: AOE-6064

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: ESM-5064

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 5

Average GPA: 3.49 (rounds to B+)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 36.88%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.00%

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Grade Distribution Over Time

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