Aquaculture systems modeling : an introduction with emphasis on warmwater aquaculture

Models can integrate knowledge from several disciplines, and, via computers, can analyze complex systems accurately in a short time. Models can also provide a framework for coordinating technical, laboratory, and field research. The report outlines: guidelines for modeling aquaculture systems, including empirical models for the analysis of multivariate datasets and theoretical models based on knowledge of the processes underlying a system; and criteria for classifying and evaluating aquaculture models presented in the literature. Finally, biological, engineering and economic aquaculture models are discussed and a broad review of their features is given. (Author abstract)