08-621 Computational Modeling of Complex Socio-Technical Systems

12 units, Carnegie Mellon University

Social and cultural systems are complex. Whether considering world transforming events such as the Arab Spring or the impact of health care reforms, the interactions among people, technology, and organizations can generate unanticipated outcomes. Computer simulation is a critical methodology for explaining and predicting these events. In this course, the basics of simulation modeling, design, testing and validation are covered. Different simulation approaches are contrasted such as agentbased modeling and system dynamics.

Prerequisites: none listed

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