35446 Scheduling Theory

6cp; 4hpw

This subject introduces a wide range of analytical models describing scheduling problems arising in manufacturing, transportation, and computing systems. The subject presents various solution methods and techniques commonly used in scheduling. It introduces a range of deterministic and stochastic mathematical scheduling models and discusses results on computational complexity of scheduling problems. The subject presents various exact and approximation solution methods and techniques.

Assessment: Four assignments worth 20 per cent each; one class test worth 20 per cent.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus
This subject is offered subject to demand.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,490.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

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