Conceptual Modeling for Discrete-Event Simulation

Robinson, Stewart (Edited by)/ Brooks, Roger (Edited by)/ Kotiadis, Kathy (Edited by)/ Van Der Zee, Durk-Jouke (Edited by)

ISBN 10: 1439810370 / ISBN 13: 9781439810378

Published by CRC Pr I Llc, 2010

1st edition. 330 pages. 9.49x6.46x1.22 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __1439810370

Synopsis:

Bringing together an international group of researchers involved in military, business, and health modeling and simulation, Conceptual Modeling for Discrete-Event Simulation presents a comprehensive view of the current state of the art in the field. The book addresses a host of issues, including:

• What is a conceptual model?
• How is conceptual modeling performed in general and in specific modeling domains?
• What is the role of established approaches in conceptual modeling?

Each of the book’s six parts focuses on a different aspect of conceptual modeling for simulation. The first section discusses the purpose and requirements of a conceptual model. The next set of chapters provides frameworks and tools for conceptual modeling. The book then describes the use of soft systems methodology for model structuring as well as the application of software engineering methods and tools for model specification. After illustrating how conceptual modeling is adopted in the military and semiconductor manufacturing, the book concludes with a discussion on future research directions.

This volume offers a broad, multifaceted account of the field by presenting diverse perspectives on what conceptual modeling entails. It also provides a basis upon which these perspectives can be compared.

About the Author:

Stewart Robinson is a professor of operational research and associate dean for specialist masters programmes at the University of Warwick Business School.

Roger J. Brooks is a lecturer in the management science department at Lancaster University.

Kathy Kotiadis is an assistant professor at the University of Warwick Business School and co-chair of the UK Simulation Special Interest Group.

Durk-Jouke van der Zee is an associate professor of operations in the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Groningen.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Conceptual Modeling for Discrete-Event ...
Publisher: CRC Pr I Llc
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Brand New