This book highlights the practical aspects of computer modelling and
simulation of complex dynamical systems for students. Mechanical systems
are considered in the book as representative examples of dynamical
systems. Wolfram SystemModeler, in combination with Learning Management
System Sakai, is used as an instrument for studying features of various
physical and technical phenomena and processes. Each of the presented
virtual labs may be considered a stand-alone mini project to enable
students to go through all the steps of mathematical modelling and
computer simulation-from the problem statement to mathematical and
physical analysis of the obtained result. The book is useful for
teachers to organize the educational process, allowing gradual
monitoring of the learning process and assessment of students'
competencies. It also allows tutors to design individual educational
trajectories for students to achieve educational properties. The subject
of the book is an extension of activity started by the international
team of authors within the InMotion project of the European programme
ERASMUS+.