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Modeling of Spatially Distributed Systems
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:19:52
Abstract
This course teaches modeling techniques for spatially resolved systems. You will learn to account for the geometry of a system and for transport in space. After repetition of the basics from mathematics and physics, you will model processes such as diffusion, waves, and flow, and simulate them in the computer.
Objective
- Analysis of the dynamic behavior of biological or physical systems with spatial structure - Formulation of model of the system behavior - Computer simulation of the model using numerical methods We focus on biological systems. The taught methods and concepts are, however, applicable in a much broader sense.
Content
dimensionality analysis, causality diagrams, vector fields, governing equations for diffusion, flow, and waves, hybrid particle-mesh methods for computer simulations, student project: simulation of a biological system.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC , DS , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Modeling of Spatially Distributed Systems |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Modeling of Spatially Distributed Systems |
|
2 h weekly |