Ecological Modeling

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An introduction to the use and development of mathematical models for simulating dynamics of ecological systems. Ecological theory will be considered through the development of mathematical models. Models developed for simulating the effects of abiotic and biotic controls on ecological processes include continuous-and discrete-time population models, “gap” models, cellular automata, fisheries, and biogeochemical and biogeographical models. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.