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CMPLXSYS 466 - Mathematical Ecology
Fall 2022, Section 001
Instruction Mode: Section 001 is  In Person (see other Sections below)
Subject: Complex Systems (CMPLXSYS)
Department: LSA Complex Systems
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Details

Credits:
3
Consent:
With permission of instructor.
Cost:
50-100
Advisory Prerequisites:
MATH 217, 417, or 419; MATH 256, 286, or 316; and MATH 450 or 451.
Repeatability:
May not be repeated for credit.
Rackham Information:
Rackham credit requires additional work.
Primary Instructor:
King, Aaron A; homepage
Start/End Date:
Full Term 8/29/22 - 12/9/22 (see other Sections below)
NOTE: Drop/Add deadlines are dependent on the class meeting dates and will differ for full term versus partial term offerings.
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Description

The study of ecology is the study of complex systems that are intrinsically dynamic and quantitative. Ecologists formulate mathematical models to describe this complexity; the equations that result are interesting both for their biological predictions and their mathematical form. Full analytical solution of model equations is typically impossible, yet to the mathematically prepared mind, they can yield up their secrets.

This course is intended to provide students with the tools needed to formulate and analyze ecological models. It is an overview of the major categories of models and the mathematical techniques available for their analysis. Although the focus is on ecological dynamics, students in other disciplines will find the methods readily applicable to their own fields.

Course Requirements:

The course presumes mathematical maturity at the level of advanced calculus with prior exposure to ordinary differential equations, linear algebra, and probability.

Schedule

CMPLXSYS 466 - Mathematical Ecology
Schedule Listing
001 (LEC)
 In Person
30773
Open
13
 
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MW 4:00PM - 5:30PM2062 PALM
8/29/22 - 12/9/22

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