Derivative Function Course
Gain expertise in derivatives for authentic engineering applications. The Derivative Function Mastery Course transforms multivariable calculus, constraints, Hessians, and Lagrange multipliers into straightforward instruments for optimisation, sensitivity evaluation, and assured mathematical modelling in design challenges.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course provides a focused, hands-on guide to mastering constrained optimization in practical design scenarios. Participants learn to convert physical needs into objective functions and constraints, utilise partial derivatives, gradients, Hessians, and KKT conditions, and confirm solutions through sensitivity analysis, precise reporting, and real-world engineering factors in an efficient, impactful manner.
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Develop skills
- Formulate constrained optimisation models by converting practical designs into precise mathematical forms.
- Rapidly compute and validate derivatives including gradients, Hessians, and KKT conditions in real applications.
- Resolve design problems with two variables by evaluating interior, boundary, and corner optimal points.
- Convert engineering boundaries into constraints covering safety, units, and practicality.
- Clearly communicate optimisation outcomes with optimal measurements, validations, and justifications.
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