Operations Research Major

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OPERATIONS RESEARCH (Ops Rsch)
Offered by the Departments of Computer Science, Economics and Geosciences, Management and Mathematical Sciences.

Ops Rsch 310. Systems Analysis. This course provides an introduction to rigorous quantitative modeling methods that have broad application. The course focuses on the mathematics of the models, the computer implementation of the models and the application of these models to practical decision-making scenarios.  By demonstrating the application of these techniques to problems in a wide range of disciplines, the course is relevant to technical and nontechnical majors at the Academy. The course consists of six distinct blocks: decision analysis and utility theory, linear and nonlinear optimization, project management, queuing theory, simulation and the systems approach to engineering and decision-making.

Ops Rsch 321. Probabilistic Models. Selected probabilistic models (such as random walks, Markov Chains, queues, inventories and reliability models) are analyzed as stochastic processes.

Ops Rsch 405. Operations Research Seminar. A course for Operations Research majors that provides for presentation of cadet and faculty research; guest lectures; field trips; seminars on career and graduate school opportunities for scientific analysts in the Air Force; goal setting exercises; and applications of Operations Research.

Ops Rsch 411. Topics in Mathematical Programming. Topics include linear programming (with sensitivity analysis and applications), and non-linear programming. Both the theory and the computer implementation of these techniques are addressed.

Ops Rsch 419. Capstone in Operations Research: Case Studies. Study of methodologies associated with business and operations management. Case-based course intended to provide the proper foundation needed to conduct effective analysis supporting a variety of scenarios. Students evaluate various cases, develop plans, conduct analyses, and create effective written and oral presentations. Develop capstone project proposal for Ops Rsch 420.

Ops Rsch 420. Capstone in Operations Research.  Project development and implementation for real-world clients using advanced operations research techniques with emphasis on problem recognition, model formulation, and Air Force application.

Ops Rsch 495. Special Topics. Selected advanced topics in OR.

Ops Rsch 499. Independent Study. Individual study and/or research in OR, under the supervision of a faculty member.