The module "Modelling Plant Systems" gives an introductionary overview over plant modelling and does not require any particular mathematical skills. Principles of scientific investigation serve as a starting point of the lecture followed by a brief introduction to modern object-oriented software development principles and techniques. Methods for characterising plant development and growth based on robust quantitative principles are the central focus of the study module. Students use their new software skills to transform conceptual ideas about plant responses to key environmental factors into working computer models by applying mathematical and statistical methods they gradually learn throughout the course. They are thereby also improving their computer skills which rises their chances of finding employment after finishing their studies. The course is set up in a project-oriented fashion and thus also improves practical team working skills. It has been repeated three times so far and previous participants where very satisfied with the study conditions

Lectures and training during winter-term 2006/2007

The next course will be held as a teaching by topic. Don't hesitate to get in touch with me through Email for course registration or asking for further information. Teaching days will be negotiated in mid-November 2006.

There will be also another course on quantitative modelling which will be taught by Prof. C. Richter and me. As the module is a compulsory component of the master course on quality and process management, which is entirely taught in German, good language skills are required for being able to follow the lectures and exercises. Feel free to participate in case you wish to (Click here for further details).

Prof. Matthias Langensiepen

July, 28 2006