Publisher's Synopsis
Following in the tradition of Consider a Spherical Cow, the Cylindrical Cow will help students achieve a whole new level of
environmental modeling and problem solving. Featuring a new core set of 25
fully worked-out problems, this book uses real problems in environmental science
rather than relying on the more traditional "cookbook" problems found
in textbooks. It is organized according to five thematic sections on
probability, optimization, scaling, differential equations, and stability &
feedback. Each section begins with a general treatment of the relevant
mathematical concepts, and concludes with a range of homework exercises to help
students sharpen their modeling skills. Like its predecessor, this book
will empower students with the mathematical skills needed to cut through the
complexity of real-world problems.
