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Mathematical Optimization Courses

Mathematical optimization courses can help you learn linear programming, integer programming, and nonlinear optimization techniques. You can build skills in formulating optimization problems, analyzing constraints, and applying algorithms to find optimal solutions. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and MATLAB, which are used to implement optimization models and analyze data effectively.


Popular Mathematical Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Dartmouth College

    The Engineering of Structures Around Us

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Design, Vibrations, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Construction, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Experimentation, Materials science, 3D Modeling

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    National Taiwan University

    機器人學一 (Robotics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Mechanics, Automation Engineering, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Optical Efficiency and Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Image Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Applied Mathematics, Physics

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    Imperial College London

    Interventions and Calibration

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Model Evaluation, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Health, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Advanced Data Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Database Design, MySQL, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software

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    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Controle Usando a Resposta em Frequência

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Analysis, Performance Tuning, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Machine Learning for Accounting with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Text Mining, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Pandas (Python Package), Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Regression Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming

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    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Flight mechanics - Lift and trajectory

    Skills you'll gain: Hazard Analysis, Risk Control, Vibrations, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations

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    MathWorks

    Modeling and Simulation with Simulink

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Model Based Systems Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Systems Analysis, Test Case, Systems Design, Performance Tuning, Automation Engineering, Matlab

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    MathWorks

    Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Estimation, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, High Voltage, Three-Phase, Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Design

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Photovoltaic Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Power, Plant Operations and Management, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials science, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mathematical optimization courses

  • The Engineering of Structures Around Us: Dartmouth College
  • 機器人學一 (Robotics (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Optical Efficiency and Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Interventions and Calibration: Imperial College London
  • Advanced Data Modeling: Meta
  • Controle Usando a Resposta em Frequência: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • Machine Learning for Accounting with Python: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Flight mechanics - Lift and trajectory: ISAE-SUPAERO
  • Modeling and Simulation with Simulink : MathWorks
  • Computer Vision for Engineering and Science: MathWorks

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