A first course in applied mathematics / [electronic resource] Rebaza, Jorge. Computer simulation. Mathematical models. TA342 .R43 2012 510 Includes bibliographical references and index. Print version record. Explore real-world applications of selected mathematical theory, concepts, and methods Exploring related methods that can be utilized in various fields of practice from science and engineering to business, A First Course in Applied Mathematics details how applied mathematics involves predictions, interpretations, analysis, and mathematical modeling to solve real-world problems. Written at a level that is accessible to readers from a wide range of scientific and engineering fields, the book masterfully blends standard topics with modern areas of application and provides the needed foundation. Hoboken : John Wiley & Sons, 2012. 2012. 2012 Text 1 online resource (458 pages) http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9781118277188 eng