{"product_id":"modeling-and-simulation-john-a-sokolowski-9780470289433","title":"Modeling and Simulation","description":"\u003cb\u003eExplores wide-ranging applications of modeling and simulation techniques that allow readers to conduct research and ask \"What if?\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Modeling and Simulation: A Multidisciplinary Approach\u003c\/i\u003e is the first book to provide an introduction to modeling and simulation techniques across diverse areas of study. Numerous researchers from the fields of social science, engineering, computer science, and business have collaborated on this work to explore the multifaceted uses of computational modeling while illustrating their applications in common spreadsheets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book is organized into three succinct parts: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Modeling and Simulation\u003c\/i\u003e provides a brief history of modeling and simulation, outlines its many functions, and explores the advantages and disadvantages of using models in problem solving. Two major reasons to employ modeling and simulation are illustrated through the study of a specific problem in conjunction with the use of related applications, thus gaining insight into complex concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTheoretical Underpinnings\u003c\/i\u003e examines various modeling techniques and introduces readers to two significant simulation concepts: discrete event simulation and simulation of continuous systems. This section details the two primary methods in which humans interface with simulations, and it also distinguishes the meaning, importance, and significance of verification and validation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePractical Domains\u003c\/i\u003e delves into specific topics related to transportation, business, medicine, social science, and enterprise decision support. The challenges of modeling and simulation are discussed, along with advanced applied principles of modeling and simulation such as representation techniques, integration into the application infrastructure, and emerging technologies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith its accessible style and wealth of real-world examples, Principles \u003ci\u003eof Modeling and Simulation: A Multidisciplinary Approach\u003c\/i\u003e is a valuable book for modeling and simulation courses at the upper-undergraduate and graduate levels. It is also an indispensable reference for researchers and practitioners working in statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science, economics, and the social sciences who would like to further develop their understanding and knowledge of the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e John A. Sokolowski\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0470289430\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780470289433\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wiley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/09\/2009\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 280\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.10lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.30h x 6.10w x 0.70d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eChoice\u003c\/i\u003e 12\/01\/2009","brand":"John A. Sokolowski","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48013739786495,"sku":"9780470289433","price":136.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_88fd8564-ebc0-43ec-8a3c-58fd4d038cfa.jpg?v=1767744468","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/modeling-and-simulation-john-a-sokolowski-9780470289433","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}