CSCI 375 - Mechanism Design

An introduction to mechanism design: the study of centralizing unregulated, competitive processes in order to obtain a more socially favorable outcome (e.g., allocating food to food banks, dividing assets in a will, and matching applicants to employers). This course will provide an introductory overview of topics in mechanism design, including matching markets, game theory, allocation problems, and auctions. Coursework will include a balance of mathematical proofs, implementation, ethical discussion, paper reading, and research projects.

Unit(s): 1
Group Distribution Requirement(s): Distribution Group III
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 382 or MATH 382
Instructional Method: Lecture
Grading Mode: Letter grading (A-F)
Group Distribution Learning Outcome(s):

Use and evaluate quantitative data or modeling, or use logical/mathematical reasoning to evaluate, test or prove statements.
Given a problem or question, formulate a hypothesis or conjecture, and design an experiment, collect data, or use mathematical reasoning to test or validate it.