Computer Simulation Applications: An Introduction - Brossura

Whicker, Marcia Lynn; Sigelman, Lee

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0803932464 ISBN 13: 9780803932463

Casa editrice: Sage Pubns, 1991

Riassunto

This book offers the first thorough coverage of computer simulations, discussing their strengths and weaknesses as a research method. It outlines the steps involved in building a simulation model to help students develop their own work. It explains how to use a simulation model to test hypotheses, how to evaluate and validate a model and the relative advantages of general purpose programming languages versus specialized sensitivity testing. It is essential reading for anyone wanting to work in this exciting field.

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Contenuti

Thinking about Simulation
The Pieces that Make the Whole
A Model for All Seasons
Simulation in Theory-Building and Policy Analysis
Designing a Computer Simulation
How to Build Your Own Steps in the Simulation-building Process
Technical Aspects of Simulation
Programming, Validating, and Analyzing a Computer Simulation Model
Simulation Number 1
An Exercise in Theory Building
Simulation Number 2
An Exercise in Policy Analysis
Simulation Number 3
An Exercise Incorporating Stochastic Variation
The Art and Science of Simulation

Product Description

Book by Whicker Marcia Lynn Sigelman Lee

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Sage Pubns
• Data di pubblicazione: 1991
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0803932464
• ISBN 13: 9780803932463
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 152
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile