This is a new course offering for students interested in quantitative methods for the analysis of complex environmental problems that require policy decisions. There are no prerequisites, and the course can be used as a distribution course (non-PDC) in the Division of Natural Sciences and Engineering. The course will also satisfy the environmental science/technology requirement for the Environmental Studies Concentration.
Methods of mathematical modeling and systems analysis are introduced and applied to environmental problems including air pollution, water pollution, water supply systems, solid waste management, and environmental risk assessment. Computer-based methods of systems analysis and optimization include linear programming, integer programming, dynamic programming, network flow methods, and probabilistic decision theory. Students with significant mathematics preparation (such as Math 16, Linear Algebra or Engineering 57/Econ 32, Operations Research) should consider taking Engineering 66 (Environmental Systems) instead of this course.
Students wishing to take this course should register at the Engineering Department table at the Tarble Registration Meeting this Saturday (Dec. 12). Enrollment will be limited to 15 students. For more information, please contact Professor Arthur McGarity: Hicks Hall room 201, extension 8077, or email amcgari1.
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