Systems Analysis and Modeling,: A Macro-to-Micro Approach with Multidisciplinary Applications - Hardcover

Donald W. Boyd

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0121218511 ISBN 13: 9780121218515

Publisher: Academic Press, 2000

Synopsis

Systems Analysis and Modeling Presents a different approach to systems analysis and modeling with a systems science flavor that stimulates systems thinking. Introducing systems modeling principles, the selection of examples in this book illustrate that anything which changes over time can be modeled as a system. Full description

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"This textbook for a senior engineering or graduate course presents the macro-to-micro approach to systems analysis and modeling. Boyd (Montana State University) demonstrates the method through examples of deterministic models drawn from physics, numerical methods, ballistics, inventory theory, and corporate strategy, followed by examples of stochastic modeling from ergonomics, glaciology, water resources planning, forestry, manufacturing processes, time series, and operations research." --Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR

Synopsis:

This book presents a fresh, new approach to systems analysis and modeling with a systems science flavor that stimulates systems thinking. After introducing systems modeling principles, the ensuing wide selection of examples aptly illustrate that anything which changes over time can be modeled as a system. Each example begins with a knowledge base that displays relevant information obtained from systems analysis. The diversity of examples clearly establishes a new protocol for synthesizing systems models. It includes a macro-to-micro, top-down approach; and multidisciplinary examples. It features incorporation of human knowledge to synthesise a systems model, along with clear and concise systems delimitation. It covers complex systems using simple mathematics. There is "Exact" reproduction of historical data plus model generated secondary data. It also covers systems simulation via systems models.

About this edition

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0121218511
• ISBN 13: 9780121218515
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 250