Fishing for Figures: Modelling a Population
- Synopsis
- Shows the use of mathematical modelling to estimate and control populations, using fish populations as an example. Shows the mathematics of a simple population model - the logistic equation. Starting from simple assumptions, a model is devised which predicts population ‘levelling out’ at a certain time. Then the model is modified to take account of fishing, leading to the definition of a ‘maximum sustainable yield’. Looks at practical results of these ideas.
- Series
- Mathematical Models and Methods, Course Mst204
- Language
- English
- Country
- Great Britain
- Medium
- Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 23 min.
- Year of production
- 1982
- Availability
- OUT OF DISTRIBUTION
- Subjects
- Mathematics
- Keywords
- fish; mathematical modelling; population modelling
Production Company
Distributor
- Name
Open University Worldwide
- Web
- http://www.ouw.co.uk External site opens in new window
- Phone
- +44 (0) 1908 274066
- Address
- Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA - Notes
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