COSC_O 405 - Modelling and Simulation

Numeric dynamic systems models and emphasis on discrete stochastic systems. State description of models, common model components, entities. Common simulation language. Simulation using algebraic languages. Simulation methodology: data collection, model design, output analysis, optimization, validation. Elements of queuing theory, relationship to simulation. Applications to computer systems models. Credit will be granted for only one of COSC 405, DATA 405, COSC 505, or DATA 505. [3-2-0] Prerequisite: All of COSC 221, COSC 222.