Introduction to Mathematical Modeling and Computer Simulations
Vladimir Mityushev, Pedagogical University of Krakow;
Wojciech Nawalaniec
Natalia Rylko
Chapman & Hall/CRC, 2018
ISBN: 978-1-138-19765-7;
Language: English
Introduction to Mathematical Modeling and Computer Simulations is written as a textbook for readers who want to understand the main principles of modeling and simulations in settings that are important for the applications, without using the profound mathematical tools required by most advanced texts. It can be particularly useful for applied mathematicians and engineers who are just beginning their careers. The goal of this book is to outline mathematical modeling using simple mathematical descriptions, making it accessible for first- and second-year students.
MATLAB is used to solve numerous examples in the book.
Features
- Can be considered an interdisciplinary introduction to applied mathematics and to computer simulations. Some familiarity with calculus and algebra is assumed.
- Presents a systematic and self-contained presentation of the foundations of mathematical modeling.
- Discusses various "tricks" that can be used in computer simulations.
- Provides an exhaustive and clear explanation of how to develop and apply mathematical models, as well as corresponding codes for symbolic and numerical computations.
