Computational science is a quickly emerging field at the intersection of the sciences, computer science, and mathematics because much scientific investigation now involves computing as well as theory and experiment. However, limited educational materials exist in this field. Introduction to Computational Science fills this void with a flexible, readable textbook that assumes only a background in high school algebra and enables instructors to follow tailored pathways through the material. It is the first textbook designed specifically for an introductory course in the computational science and engineering curriculum.
 The text embraces two major approaches to computational science problems: System dynamics models with their global views of major systems that change with time; and cellular automaton simulations with their local views of how individuals affect individuals. While the text is generic, an extensive author-generated Web-site contains tutorials and files in a variety of software packages to accompany the text. 
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<li>Generic software approach in the text </li>
<li> Web site with tutorials and files in a variety of software packages </li>
<li> Engaging examples, exercises, and projects that explore science </li>
<li> Additional, substantial projects for students to develop individually or in teams </li>
<li> Consistent application of the modeling process </li>
<li> Quick review questions and answers </li>
<li> Projects for students to develop individually or in teams </li>
<li> Reference sections for most modules, as well as a glossary </li>
<li> Online instructor's manual with a test bank and solutions</li>
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Introduction to Computational Science: Modeling and Simulation for the Sciences

Science & Math

Shiflet, Angela B.

Shiflet, George W.

Mathematics

Princeton University Press

The essential introduction to computational science―now fully updated and expanded
Computational science is an exciting new field at the intersection of the sciences, computer science, and mathematics because much scientific investigation now involves computing as well as theory and experiment. This textbook provides students with a versatile and accessible introduction to the subject. It assumes only a background in high school algebra, enables instructors to follow tailored pathways through the material, and is the only textbook of its kind designed specifically for an introductory course in the computational science and engineering curriculum. While the text itself is generic, an accompanying website offers tutorials and files in a variety of software packages.
This fully updated and expanded edition features two new chapters on agent-based simulations and modeling with matrices, ten new project modules, and an additional module on diffusion. Besides increased treatment of high-performance computing and its applications, the book also includes additional quick review questions with answers, exercises, and individual and team projects.
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<li>The only introductory textbook of its kind―now fully updated and expanded</li>
<li>Features two new chapters on agent-based simulations and modeling with matrices</li>
<li>Increased coverage of high-performance computing and its applications</li>
<li>Includes additional modules, review questions, exercises, and projects</li>
<li>An online instructor's manual with exercise answers, selected project solutions, and a test bank and solutions (available only to professors)</li>
<li>An online illustration package is available to professors</li>
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Introduction to Computational Science: Modeling and Simulation for the Sciences - Second Edition

Computers & Technology

Computer Science

Biology for the Global Citizen

Biology for the Global Citizen is a customizable, accessible, introductory learning resource for students with varying backgrounds in biology. The text encourages students to be inquisitive, sensible, and attentive, so they may seek and demand truth in all areas of life and act as informed global citizens. Through engaging material, personal applications, and active learning experiences, students develop a basic understanding of how science, and biology in particular, are pertinent to their lives. The text is comprised of a series of modules that include related laboratories. Each module explores key concepts in biology and features sections on applying science to life, quick review questions, and points of inquiry to facilitate learning. The laboratories, using computer simulations accessible through the free software tool NetLogo, reinforce the material, apply the scientific method, enhance students' quantitative literacy, employ data to support conclusions, and emphasize critical thinking and analysis. The units within the text cover essential chemistry concepts, cells, genetics, evolution and natural selection, and ecology and the environment. Developed to increase students' interest in biology and demonstrate how key concepts in the discipline have application in their everyday lives, Biology for the Global Citizen is an exemplary resource for foundational courses in science and biology.

Pendarvis, Murray P

Cognella Academic Publishing

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