Introduction to modelling and simulation. Definition of System, classification of systems, classification and limitations of mathematical models and its relation to simulation, Methodology of model building
Modelling through differential equation: linear growth and decay models, non linear growth and decay models, Logistic Model, Basic Model relevant to Population dynamics, Modelling through LPP.
Compartment models. : One- Compartment models and Two- Compartment models. Equilibrium solution, Stability analysis, model validity & verification of models (Model V&V).
Environment Biology through ordinary differential equation:-SI Model, SIR Model with and without vaccination, Partial differential equation: Fishers equations and traveling wave solution.
Basic concepts of simulation languages, overview of numerical methods used for continuous simulation, Stochastic models, Monte Carlo methods.
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