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=Study Guide= | =Study Guide= | ||
==Introduction== | ===Introduction=== | ||
# [http://www.primenet.com/pcai/New_Home_Page/glossary/pcai_m_glossary.html#Modeling_Simulation What is the difference between modeling and simulation?] | # [http://www.primenet.com/pcai/New_Home_Page/glossary/pcai_m_glossary.html#Modeling_Simulation What is the difference between modeling and simulation?] | ||
# What is the difference between a [http://www.academicpress.com/inscight/04251997/compute5.htm computer model] and a [http://www.cis.ufl.edu/%7Efishwick/introsim/node1.html#SECTION00010000000000000000" computer simulation]? | # What is the difference between a [http://www.academicpress.com/inscight/04251997/compute5.htm computer model] and a [http://www.cis.ufl.edu/%7Efishwick/introsim/node1.html#SECTION00010000000000000000" computer simulation]? | ||
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#What are some of the mathematical mechanisms typically used to develop computer models? | #What are some of the mathematical mechanisms typically used to develop computer models? | ||
==Reliability and Limitations== | ===Reliability and Limitations=== | ||
# How reliable are computer models? | # How reliable are computer models? | ||
# How consistent are computer models? | # How consistent are computer models? | ||
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# [http://www.wired.com/news/news/technology/story/4125.html Super Computer Simulates Sun in 3-D] | # [http://www.wired.com/news/news/technology/story/4125.html Super Computer Simulates Sun in 3-D] | ||
==Applications== | ===Applications=== | ||
Revision as of 01:40, 31 July 2008
Study Guide
Introduction
- What is the difference between modeling and simulation?
- What is the difference between a computer model and a " computer simulation?
- What is the difference between a static and a dynamic model?
- What are some of the mathematical mechanisms typically used to develop computer models?
Reliability and Limitations
- How reliable are computer models?
- How consistent are computer models?
- What are some of the limitations of computer models and simulations?
- If a computer model fails, who is to blame? Is it the programmer or the people who use the data?
- Who determines what types of models and theories we should use to help in the decision-making process for planetary concerns, such as global warming? Why?
- Are computer models updated with the latest information and discoveries?
- What are some factors that determine whether we believe that the computer model is accurate or not?
- How can computer models help our society financially?
- Would you feel comfortable relying on a computer model to evaluate your finances with regard to investments?
- Are computers currently considered reliable evidence in our legal system? If so, what are some examples?
- Modeling the Evolution of the Universe
- Super Computer Simulates Sun in 3-D