Last modified: 27 Feb 2018 12:45
This course teaches participants how to construct, implement and analyse their own models. The course introduces simulation techniques and programming in either R or C++. Additionally, it introduces a new software platform, RangeShifter, developed by researchers at Aberdeen. RangeShifter allows easier development of simulation studies in spatial ecology and conservation. Developers of the software are involved in teaching the course. A major component of the course is a mini project, during which you will work in small teams to develop your own models.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 7.5 credits (3.75 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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The course aims to teach students how to construct and implement their own models. The course introduces simulation techniques and/or programming using a modelling platform, RangeShifter (http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/2041-210X.12162/full ), developed at Aberdeen and also using R. The main learning outcomes are: - Increased ability for abstraction - Ability to develop a model - Ability to critically evaluate a model and the results that it produces - Programming skills - Development of oral presentation skills. Development of group working skills. The course will comprise three practical sessions per week, where the students will be guided through the various steps involved in designing, implementing and analysing a model. The final session of the third week will provide the students with the opportunity to present their findings to the rest of the group.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
Continuous assessment: including through group demonstration of the jointly developed model (70%); review of a modelling paper (2000 words; 30%).
There are no assessments for this course.
Ongoing feedback on progress throughout the course, during the practical exercises.
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