Dynamics of Complex Systems: Ecological Theory

Two spirals of color intermingling at their bases.

The Lorenz attractor is a classic example of chaotic dynamics, an essential discipline for understanding ecological systems. (Courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.)

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MIT Course Number

12.517

As Taught In

Spring 2001

Level

Graduate

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Course Description

In this class we will critically review both classical works and recent literature on ecological theory. Emphasis will be on providing a theoretical and phenomenological foundation for the study of computational models. We will meet twice weekly for roundtable discussions.

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Daniel Rothman. 12.517 Dynamics of Complex Systems: Ecological Theory. Spring 2001. Massachusetts Institute of Technology: MIT OpenCourseWare, https://ocw.mit.edu. License: Creative Commons BY-NC-SA.


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