Environmental processes can have complicated dynamics and conflicting objectives. These dynamics can complicate analyses and decision-making which focus on a single component of the system, such as an individual pollution source. In this course, we will adopt a systems approach to environmental quality modeling and management, including applications in air and water pollution control and solid waste management. In particular, we will:
learn how to define systems and their boundaries;
simulate system dynamics using computer models;
formulate and solve linear and nonlinear optimization problems;
analyze and assess risk after introducing uncertainty;
make decisions under uncertainty with stochastic and dynamic programming; and
explore trade-offs across competing objectives.
MW, 11:25am-12:40pm, 105 Riley-Robb Hall
T, 4-5pm, by Zoom
W, 3-4pm, 318 Riley-Robb
R, 12-1pm, 318 Riley-Robb
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