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Quantitative Environmental Modelling (ENEN90031) // Further information
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Semester 1
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Recommended texts and other resources
Beven, K. 2009 Environmental Modelling: An Uncertain Future? Routledge
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The learning in this subject is a combination of problem based learning in computer workshops and through assignments and lectures that provide the theoretical background for each. In addition each student undertakes and presents a literature review on an environmental modelling topic of their choice. The modelling assignments allow for choice between water, energy and waste focussed problems.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
The subject textbook is Beven, K. 2009 Environmental Modelling: An Uncertain Future? Routledge.
In addition a range of journal papers, many of which are review papers, are provided.
Students are also expected to search the journal and other literature available through the library.
MatLab self-paced learning is available at http://aaee-scholar.pbworks.com/Learn-MATLAB
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
Presenter(s) from industry present a modelling case study. Students who are already working in industry can base their literature review topic on an aspect of modelling relevant to their workplace. - Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 15 March 2024