Chapter 12: Modelling Flashcards

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Model

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representation of a physical system or process

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Computer Modelling

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any activity that involves using software abstraction to represent a real or virtual problem

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Scenarios

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conditions or situations in the environment that can change

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Computer Model

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is a block of code or logic that takes in an argument or multiple arguments and returns a result or set of results

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Simulations

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running a model to allow different scenarios to be tested

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Emergent behavior

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are behaviors that are observed in the environment as a whole but that are not observed in the individual agents

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Examples of Real Life Models

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Covid - 19 Model

Engineering Model

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What does ABM stand for?

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Agent based Modelling

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What is ABM

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It involves building models to simulate the actions and interactions of individuals “agent” within an environment

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Benefits of ABM

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easy to work out a basic set of rules for an agent

Helps describe complex situations

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Uses of ABM in Biology

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Tumour growth

Immune Systems

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Uses of ABM in Business

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Supply-Chains

Teamwork

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Uses of ABM in Technology

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Social Media Usage

Logistical System

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