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3.8 FINAL WORD ON ENVIRONMENTAL MODELING
In this chapter, we have provided a basic survey of some of the basic math and science involved
in environmental modeling. In today's computer age, environmental engineers have the advantage
of choosing from a wide variety of mathematical models available. These models enable environ-
mental engineers and students with minimal computer programming skills to develop computer-
based mathematical models for natural and engineered environmental systems. Commercially
available syntax-free authoring software can be adapted to create customized, high-level models of
environmental phenomena in groundwater, air, soil, aquatic, and atmospheric systems. We highly
recommend that aspiring environmental engineering students take full advantage of college-level
computer modeling courses. Without such a background, the modern environmental engineer's
technical toolbox is missing a vital tool.
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