1. Introduction to systems analysis:
(83dc) Systems concepts and the characteristics of systems
(83dc) Principles and methodology of systems analysis
2. Decision analysis:
(83dc) Modeling decision
– Elements of decision problems; Structuring decisions;
– Making choices; Sensitivity analysis
(83dc) Modeling uncertainty
– Subjective probability; Using data; Value of information
(83dc) Modeling preference
– Utility; Conflicting objectives
(83dc) Decision software
3. Systems dynamics and software practice (Stella)
(83dc) Stocks and flows; Numerical simulation; Equilibrium diagrams; S-shaped loop diagrams; Causal loops diagrams; Example studies
4. Tools related to environmental assessment, Life cycle assessment (LCA)
(83dc) Principles; Goal and scope definition
(83dc) life cycle inventory; data sources
(83dc) Life cycle impact assessment; characterization models; normalization; interpretation
(83dc) Software (Simapro)
(83dc) Application
5. Case study:
(83dc) Case practices: (e.g. Integrated multimedia environmental management, groundwater remediation decision support system, bio-waste recycle planning, material flow investigation, global warming, plastic bag regulations, integrated waste management, watershed TMDL, policy/product assessment, strategic environmental assessment, etc.)