Applied Operations Research

7,5 credits, course, bachelor's level, D0001B

Application period starts 2026-09-15

The course provides basic knowledge of Operations Research, i.e. the application of modern mathematical modeling for planning and analysis of various unit operations in a system so all operations are performed at the right time with optimal cost.

The course includes the topics of Problem modeling (art of modelling, and development and construction of models), Linear programming (formulation and graphical solution to different optimization problems, Simplex method, and transportation model), Network problems (including PERT-CPM) and Queuing models (basic elements of queuing model and queuing decision models).

The students will work individually and in groups to apply Operations Research techniques to solve real-life problems.

For Programme students

LTU-45018

Application period starts 2026-09-15

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Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6, LuleåNormal teachingDay-time 50%Spring 2027

Period:Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6

Location:Luleå

Form of study:Day-time 50%

Language:English

Tuition fees:Information for non-EU/EEA students

Application code:LTU-45018

Application period starts:2026-09-15

Last day for application:2026-10-15

Entry requirements:In order to meet the general entry requirements for first cycle studies you must have successfully completed upper secondary education and have documented skills in English language. Exemption for Swedish A and B / Swedish 1-3. and M0043M Mathematics II - Calculus and linear algebra or corresponding course and proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English 6/level 2.

Selection:The selection is based on 1-165 credits.

Application information:

Optional course within programmes. Can be applied for within the optional space of a programme.

Selectable course in the following programmes:

Application for Freestanding course (En)

LTU-45018

Application period starts 2026-09-15

Apply to Applied Operations Research

Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6, LuleåNormal teachingDay-time 50%Spring 2027

Period:Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6

Location:Luleå

Form of study:Day-time 50%

Language:English

Tuition fees:Information for non-EU/EEA students

Application code:LTU-45018

Application period starts:2026-09-15

Last day for application:2026-10-15

Selection:The selection is based on 1-165 credits.

Application information:

Only a few freestanding places are available. This course is part of a programme.

Application for Exchange students at LTU

LTU-45018

Application period starts 2026-09-15

Apply to Applied Operations Research

Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6, LuleåNormal teachingDay-time 50%Spring 2027

Period:Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6

Location:Luleå

Form of study:Day-time 50%

Language:English

Tuition fees:Information for non-EU/EEA students

Application code:LTU-45018

Application period starts:2026-09-15

Last day for application:2026-10-15

Selection:The selection is based on 1-165 credits.

Application information:

Course offered in English to prospective exchange student, nominated for exchange by home university.

Course syllabus

7,5 credits, course, bachelor's level, D0001B

Application period starts 2026-09-15

The students will work individually and in groups to apply Operations Research techniques to solve real-life problems.

Course syllabus

For Programme students

LTU-45018

Application period starts 2026-09-15

Apply to Applied Operations Research

Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6, LuleåNormal teachingDay-time 50%Spring 2027

Period:Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6

Location:Luleå

Form of study:Day-time 50%

Language:English

Tuition fees:Information for non-EU/EEA students

Application code:LTU-45018

Application period starts:2026-09-15

Last day for application:2026-10-15

Selection:The selection is based on 1-165 credits.

Application information:

Optional course within programmes. Can be applied for within the optional space of a programme.

Selectable course in the following programmes:

Application for Freestanding course (En)

LTU-45018

Application period starts 2026-09-15

Apply to Applied Operations Research

Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6, LuleåNormal teachingDay-time 50%Spring 2027

Period:Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6

Location:Luleå

Form of study:Day-time 50%

Language:English

Tuition fees:Information for non-EU/EEA students

Application code:LTU-45018

Application period starts:2026-09-15

Last day for application:2026-10-15

Selection:The selection is based on 1-165 credits.

Application information:

Only a few freestanding places are available. This course is part of a programme.

Application for Exchange students at LTU

LTU-45018

Application period starts 2026-09-15

Apply to Applied Operations Research

Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6, LuleåNormal teachingDay-time 50%Spring 2027

Period:Period 4 - 4, v. 13 2027 - v. 22 2027, module 4+6

Location:Luleå

Form of study:Day-time 50%

Language:English

Tuition fees:Information for non-EU/EEA students

Application code:LTU-45018

Application period starts:2026-09-15

Last day for application:2026-10-15

Selection:The selection is based on 1-165 credits.

Application information:

Course offered in English to prospective exchange student, nominated for exchange by home university.

Kontakt

Behzad Ghodrati

Updated: 6 January 2024

Applied Operations Research

For Programme students

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Application for Freestanding course (En)

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Application for Exchange students at LTU

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For Programme students

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Application for Freestanding course (En)

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Application for Exchange students at LTU

Apply to Applied Operations Research

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