Applied Mathematics: A Computational Approach aims to provide a basic and self-contained introduction to Applied Mathematics within a computational environment. The book is aimed at practitioners and researchers interested in modeling real-world applications and verifying the results - guiding readers from the mathematical principles involved through to the completion of the practical, computational task.

Features

• Provides a step-by-step guide to the basics of Applied Mathematics with complementary computational tools
• Suitable for applied researchers from a wide range of STEM fields
• Minimal pre-requisites beyond a strong grasp of calculus.

About the Author

Joao Luis de Miranda is currently a Professor at ESTG-Escola Superior de Tecnologia e Gestao (IPPortalegre) and a Researcher in Optimization methods and Process Systems Engineering (PSE) at CERENA-Centro de Recursos Naturais e Ambiente (IST/ULisboa). He has been teaching for more than 25 years in the field of Mathematics (e.g., Calculus, Operations Research-OR, Management Science-MS, Numerical Methods, Quantitative Methods, Statistics) and has authored/edited several publications in Optimization, PSE, and education subjects in engineering and OR/MS contexts. Joao Luis de Miranda is addressing the research subjects through international cooperation in multidisciplinary frameworks, and is currently serving on several boards/committees at national and European level.

Reviews

"Impressively well written, organized and presented for both the student and the professional, "Applied Mathematics: A Computational Approach" is an ideal and unreservedly recommended addition to personal, professional, and college/university library Applied Mathematics collections and as a text book for Applied Mathematics curriculum studies lists."

-Midwest Book Review

Book Information
ISBN 9781032595245
Author Joao Luis de Miranda
Format Hardback
Page Count 332
Imprint Chapman & Hall/CRC
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 810g