![Two spirals of color intermingling at their bases. Two spirals of color intermingling at their bases.](/courses/earth-atmospheric-and-planetary-sciences/12-517-dynamics-of-complex-systems-ecological-theory-spring-2001/12-517s01.jpg)
The Lorenz attractor is a classic example of chaotic dynamics, an essential discipline for understanding ecological systems. (Courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.)
Instructor(s)
Prof. Daniel Rothman
MIT Course Number
12.517
As Taught In
Spring 2001
Level
Graduate
Course Description
Course Highlights
This course features a complete reading list and student presentation topics in the assignments section.
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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