13833 - Analysis and Modelling of Human-Environment Systems Modulübersicht
Module Number: | 13833 |
Module Title: | Analysis and Modelling of Human-Environment Systems |
Analyse und Modellierung von Mensch-Umwelt-Systemen | |
Department: | Faculty 2 - Environment and Natural Sciences |
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Language of Teaching / Examination: | English |
Duration: | 1 semester |
Frequency of Offer: | Every winter semester |
Credits: | 6 |
Learning Outcome: | Upon completion of the module, the students are able:
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Contents: | In order to solve the multitude of urgent environmental problems, it is indispensable to consider that there are numerous complex interactions and feedbacks between human activities and the biophysical system. This holds at different spatial scales, from local to global. The module is an introduction to modelling human-environment systems and has two main focus areas. Firstly, the basics of complex adaptive systems and characteristics of human-environment systems will be taught from a theoretical perspective as well as by means of applied case studies. State-of-the-art interdisciplinary research papers will be discussed jointly. Emphasis is placed on the adequate representation of human behaviour in models and the use of models at the interface of science and practice. Secondly, basic skills of agent-based modelling are learned and applied using the NetLogo programming environment. This includes model conceptualisation and implementation of the computer model. In addition: To learn and apply various techniques of model analysis, an introduction to statistical data analysis using R is given. |
Recommended Prerequisites: | Basic knowledge of mathematics and statistics; basic knowledge of statistical software R |
Mandatory Prerequisites: | None |
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Module Examination: | Continuous Assessment (MCA) |
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Evaluation of Module Examination: | Performance Verification – graded |
Limited Number of Participants: | None |
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