Ecological Modeling

An Introduction to the Art and Science of Modeling Ecological Systems
Erscheinungsjahr 2019
ISBN: 978-0-444-64163-2
Verlag: Elsevier Science & Technology

Buch, Englisch, 302 Seiten, Format (B × H): 234 mm x 192 mm, Gewicht: 622 g

Reihe: Developments in Environmental Modelling

Ecological Modeling: An Introduction to the Art and Science of Modeling Ecological Systems, Volume 31, presents the skills needed to appropriately evaluate and use ecological models. Illustrated throughout with practical examples, the book discusses ecological modeling as both an art and a science, balancing the qualitative (artistic) side, with its foundations in common sense and modeling practice, against the quantitative (scientific) aspects of the modeling process. This book draws on the authors' extensive experience in both teaching and using these techniques to provide readers with a practical, user-friendly guide that supports and encourages the appropriate, effective use of these tools.

Zielgruppe

<p>Primer and reference book for natural resource and environmental professionals at both managerial and policy levels whose jobs involve the development, evaluation, and/or use of ecological models. Examples include professionals in programs dealing with wildlife and fisheries management, forestry, and environmental quality, as well as those focusing on more specific areas such as pest control and the management of endangered species, invasive species, and emerging diseases.</p> <p>Also graduate-level and upper-division undergraduate-level students on courses covering topics related to the use of systems analysis and simulation in ecology, natural resource management, and the environment.</p>

Autoren/Hrsg.

Wang, Hsiao-Hsuan

Grant, William E.

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Agrarwissenschaften Tierhaltung Fischerei, Fischzucht, Aquakultur
• Naturwissenschaften Agrarwissenschaften Ackerbaukunde, Pflanzenbau Forstwirtschaft, Forstwissenschaft
• Geowissenschaften Umweltwissenschaften Angewandte Ökologie
• Naturwissenschaften Agrarwissenschaften Ackerbaukunde, Pflanzenbau Schädlingsbekämpfung
• Geowissenschaften Umweltwissenschaften Umweltmanagement, Umweltökonomie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Part 1: The Systems Perspective 1. Systems, models, and modeling 2. Basic building blocks of system structure and behavior

Part 2: The Modeling Process 3. Overview of procedures 4. Conceptual model formulation 5. Quantitative model specification 6. Model evaluation 7. Model application

Part 3: Some Practical Considerations 8. Potential pitfalls during the modeling process 9. A candid view of the modeling process

Part 4: Reflections 10. How good ("valid") are models? 11. What good is modeling? 12. Embracing uncertainty 13. Integration of existing models 14. Alternative ecological modeling formats: Commonalities from a systems perspective 15. What about the art of modeling?

Über Autor(innen)

Grant, William E.
Ecological Systems Laboratory, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas

Wang, Hsiao-Hsuan
Ecological Systems Laboratory, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas