Modeling and Simulation of Complex Dynamical Systems: Virtual Laboratory Approach based on Wolfram SystemModeler [Hardcover]

This book highlights the practical aspects of computer modelling and simulation of complex dynamical systems for students. Mechanical systems are considered in the book as representative examples of dynamical systems. Wolfram SystemModeler, in combination with Learning Management System Sakai, is used as an instrument for studying features of various physical and technical phenomena and processes. Each of the presented virtual labs may be considered a stand-alone mini project to enable students to go through all the steps of mathematical modelling and computer simulationfrom the problem statement to mathematical and physical analysis of the obtained result. The book is useful for teachers to organize the educational process, allowing gradual monitoring of the learning process and assessment of students competencies. It also allows tutors to design individual educational trajectories for students to achieve educational properties. The subject of the book is an extension of activitystarted by the international team of authors within the InMotion project of the European programme ERASMUS+.

Introduction.- 1. Virtual Labs.- 2. Guidelines for performing virtual labs in Wolfram SystemModeler.

Dr. Vladimir Ryzhov works at the SMTU since 1984 and is Head of Applied Math & Math Modeling Department, Director of ?e-Learning, Science & Technology Center?, Professor, and Doctor of Technical Sciences. His teaching background is engaged in developing innovative methods and models of training on subjects of the department with a special focus on e-learning courses. He developed methods of knl31