This book of lecture notes contains theoretical background material required for computer generation of random fields, which is of interest in various fields of applied mathematics.The necessary probabilistic background suitable for applied work in engineering as well as signal and image processing is also covered.The book is a valuable guide for higher level engineering students.Contents:Random VariablesRandom VectorsSampling Random VariablesSecond Order PropertiesThe Fourier TransformSecond Order Random FieldsSpectral Representation of Random FieldsSampling and Modelling Random FieldsBibliographyThe SourcesIndexReadership: Applied mathematicians.Key Features:Examines the changing role of central banks with regard to financial stability. This includes regulatory reform across a number of countriesContributors include representatives of central banks, regulatory and supervisory agencies, financial institutions, trade associations, and academic institutions from around the globe