| Description |
xvi, 194 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm + 1 computer laser optical disc (4 3/4 in.) |
| Series |
Modeling dynamic systems |
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Modeling dynamic systems.
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| Contents |
1. Overview of Environmental Systems -- 2. Basic Modeling Concepts in Environmental Systems Models -- 3. Strategies for Analyzing and Using Environmental Systems Models -- 4. Modeling Predator-Prey Systems -- 5. Modeling Surface Water Contamination -- 6. Matter Cycling in Ecosystems -- 7. Modeling Mobile Source Air Pollution Inventories -- 8. Greenhouse Gases and Global Warming -- 9. Atmospheric Chemistry and Pollution Transport |
| Summary |
"This book provides an introduction to modeling concepts and applications that is geared specifically toward the environmental field. Sections on modeling terminology, the uses of models, the model-building process, and the interpretation of output provide the foundation for detailed applications. After an introduction to the basics of dynamic modeling, the book leads students through an analysis of several environmental problems, including surface-water pollution, matter-cycling disruptions, and global warming. The scientific and technical context is provided for each problem, and the methods for analyzing and designing appropriate modeling approaches are provided. While the mathematical context does not exceed the level of a first-semester calculus course, the book gives students all of the background, examples, and practice exercises needed both to use and understand environmental modeling |
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It is suitable for upper-level undergraduate and beginning graduate-level environmental science courses. The text is also useful for environmental professionals seeking an introduction to modeling in their field."--BOOK JACKET |
| Notes |
Accompanying CD-ROM catalogued separately |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
System requirements for disc: IBM PC or compatible O̲R ̲Macintosh |
| SUBJECT |
Stella (Computer program) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n90638131
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Stella
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| Subject |
Environmental sciences -- Computer simulation.
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Environmental sciences -- Mathematical models.
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| Author |
Winebrake, James J.
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High Performance Systems, Inc.
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| LC no. |
99015368 |
| ISBN |
0387988807 |
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