Mathematical Game Theory

4 Credits.

Mathematical analysis of cooperative and noncooperative games. Theory and solution methods for matrix game (two players, zero-sum payoffs, finite strategy sets), games with a continuum of strategies, N-player games, games in rule-defined form. The roles of information and memory. Selected applications to economic, recreational, and military situations. Prereq: Multivariable Calculus, probability, linear algebra. Recommended Course Background: ( AS.110.202 OR AS.110.211 ) AND EN.553.620 AND ( EN.553.291 OR AS.110.201 OR AS.110.212 )