HPC University: Learning Scenario - Predator-Prey (Vensim)

Url	http://shodor.org/talks-new/vensim/predatorPrey/learningScenarioWeb/
Creator	NCSI
Contributor	NCSI
Publisher	NCSI
Description	This is a more complicated population model that includes two different groups - predators and prey. The population of prey in the model grows exponentially according to its birth fraction and death proportionality constant, while the population of predators in the model grows or shrinks based on the population of its prey alongside its birth rate and death proportionality constant. The result is to create one of two states for the model. It is possible for the populations to reach equilibrium where the number of predators and prey remains roughly stable over time, but it is also possible for one or both species to die out. Users can set the initial populations, the rules governing reproduction for both species, and the death rates of both species. Please click on "Shodor > NCSI Talks > Vensim" at the top left of the page to see other files related to this module.
Format	HTML, Word, Vensim PLE
Language	English
Subject	Biology, Mathematics
Keyword	Predator-prey simulation
Audience	Educator, Learner/Student, Student
Education Level	Higher Education, Undergraduate (Lower Division), Undergraduate (Upper Division)
HPCU Subject	None listed
HPCU Subject 2	Animals, Insects, and Pets, Mathematics, Subject Areas, Life Sciences and Bioinformatics
Type	Tutorial, Instructional Material, Simulation, Lecture/Presentation, Lesson/Lesson Plan, Problem Set