Abstract:

PORKSIM is an interactive computer model of pork production. It has been used for 3 years in an animal science lab to help students understand the interrelationships between production and economics. The components of PORKSIM and how it is used in the lab are described. The results of a student evaluation are provided to show that the laboratory use of PORKSIM was effective in helping students learn concepts and critically evaluate management decisions.

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computer simulation model, economics, production, pork production

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