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This lecture introduces the concept of modeling as a representation of a system, focusing on capturing essential details to analyze or control the system efficiently. The instructor explains the importance of building models to understand complex systems, using examples from various fields such as medicine and chemical engineering. The lecture emphasizes the need to balance model accuracy with the cost of building it, highlighting the trade-off between complexity and effectiveness.