Mathematical Modelling.
Mathematical modelling modules feature in most university undergraduate mathematics courses. As one of the fastest growing areas of the curriculum it represents the current trend in teaching the more complex areas of mathematics. This book introduces mathematical modelling to the new style of underg...
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| Format: | Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Oxford :
Elsevier Science,
1995.
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| Series: | Modular mathematics series.
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| Online Access: | CONNECT |
Table of Contents:
- Front Cover; Mathematical Modelling; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Series Preface; Preface; Chapter 1. What is Mathematical Modelling?; 1.1 Modelling with Data; 1.2 Using Mathematical Models; 1.3 Modelling from Theory; Chapter 2. Modelling Population Growth.; 2.1 Understanding the Problem; 2.2 Choosing Variables.; 2.3 Making Assumptions; 2.4 Solving the Equations; 2.5 Interpreting the Solutionand Validating the Model; 2.6 Criticising and Improving the Model.; Chapter 3. Mathematical Modelling in Action; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Howto use the Articles.
- Chapter 4. Developing Modelling Skills. 4.1 Modelling Problems; 4.2 Simulation Modelling; 4.3 Dimensional AnalysisModelling; Answers to Selected Problems; Index of Modelling Problems; Index.
