MIT Computation for Design and Optimization Program (CDO)

Computation for Design and Optimization

CDO is an Interdepart-
mental Master of
Science Degree given in
conjunction with:

MIT School of
Engineering

MIT School of
Science

Sloan School of
Management



	Welcome to MIT's Master of Science Program in Computation for Design and Optimization The MIT CDO program was established in response to the emerging need to prepare tomorrow's engineers in advanced computational methods and applications. This interdisciplinary program provides a strong foundation in computational approaches to the design and operation of complex engineered and scientific systems. Read more on our Program Information page. As of January 2009, 52 students have completed the CDO program. About the CDO Program The CDO program educates students in the formulation, analysis, implementation, and application of computational approaches to designing and operating engineered systems, emphasizing: Breadth through introductory courses in numerical analysis and simulation, optimization, and applied probability Depth in optimization methods and numerical methods for partial differential equations Multidisciplinary aspects of computation Hands-on experience through projects, assignments, and a master's thesis For more information about the program, please visit the About page. To learn about applying to the program, please visit the Admission page. Questions about CDO may be sent to cdo_info@mit.edu.	News & Events APPLY to the CDO Master's Degree Program Admission for Fall 2010 opens on September 15, 2009, when the required online CDO application will become available. IELTS: New English Language Test Requirement International Students: The CDO program now requires IELTS test scores; TOEFL scores are no longer accepted. Visit the IELTS web site and the CDO Admissions page for more information. VIDEOS: CDO Distinguished Speaker Series Streaming videos of the 2008-2009 CDO Distinguished Speaker Series, as well as those from previous years, are available on the Previous Events page. View Alumni Theses! View CDO master’s theses on the Alumni page. FAQs Everything you need to know about the CDO program! The Frequently Asked Questions section provides details about applying, admission requirements, and related topics. Announcement of the CDO program (2005) Read an article about the first year of the CDO program. CDO Brochure Download a PDF of the MIT CDO brochure.
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