Emphasis will be placed on developing models from written descriptions and interpreting model solutions, typically computer-generated. Specific topics include an introduction to basic probability, decision analysis, networks, queueing models and simulation. An interdisciplinary course that introduces a number of environmental management issues frequently arising in business settings and for which quantitative models are important tools in their resolution. Problem areas include air pollution, surface and groundwater contamination, waste management, risk analysis and public health. Students investigate case studies using library and online research sources such as Infonet, Lexis and the Internet.
Computer modeling is based on spreadsheet programs and commercial packages.
Course includes a number of field trips to business and government facilities where such models are used for technical and regulatory purposes. MA 139 or departmental permission Includes such topics as Taylor's formula, sequences and series, Taylor's series, solid analytic geometry, vectors, multivariable calculus including partial derivatives, multiple integrals, line and surface integrals, and applications to business, economics and the social and physical sciences. Computer solutions are used for selected problems. Numerical solution of equations using computer-related procedures. Focuses on applications to various subject areas.