Model template

From GeoMod

Contents 1 Determine model domain 2 Governing equations 3 Descretize equations 4 Model parameters 5 Initial conditions 6 Boundary conditions 7 Programming 8 Model verification and validations 8.1 Model verification 8.2 Model validation 9 Results of model simulations 10 Discussion 11 Conclusion

Determine model domain

What spatial and temporal areas are going to be covered by the model. What is the scope of the model.

Governing equations

Descretize equations

Model parameters

Properties of the stuff in the model. What values do you want to have for the model properties.

Initial conditions

Boundary conditions

Both initial and if they change with time.

Programming

Model verification and validations

Model verification

Does the model code actually do what it should. In terms of the diffusion equation for erosion for example, you need to show that the model conserves mass because the governing equation is a conservation of mass equation.

Model validation

Compare model results to actual data.

Results of model simulations

Discussion

Conclusion