MSA 0301: Modeling and Simulation Throughout the Acquisition Lifecycle
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Course Description
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Certificate Completion Requirement
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
In this chronological overview of modeling and simulation (M&S) use in Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition, you will learn how specific types of M&S are applied during each phase and at each critical decision point across the acquisition life cycle. The course walks through each phase of the process described by the Department of Defense Instruction 5000.02. Many types of models and simulations are used during the acquisition life cycle.
This course will give students an understanding of the different types and appropriate times for applications of these different tools as the life cycle time line progresses. This course will illustrate how, in different programs, multiple and varied tools such as computer aided design, human systems integration models, computer aided engineering, and cost modeling are all used concurrently to achieve desired results.
Questions such as, “what is finite element analysis and do I need to use it,” “when do I use computer aided design and how is that different than computer aided engineering,” and “why is human system integration modeling important,” will be answered. Students will leave this course with a more in depth understanding of the wide range of M&S tools available and when and where to apply them during the acquisition life cycle.
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Herndon Training Center at CIT
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George Mason University
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2214 Rock Hill Road, Suite 400 |
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Telephone: 703-993-4800
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FEATURES
This five-day course is recommended for 35 Continuous Learning Points (CLP) credits and 3.25 CEUs.
It is highly suggested that you watch these free, online, introductory courses to prepare yourself for this course
Or have professional work experience commensurate with the above course content.
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TOPIC HIGHLIGHTS
- Basics of DoD M&S
- M&S structure
- M&S services
- VV&A
- VV&A roles and responsibilities
- Functional analyses and DOTMLPF considerations
- Capability based on assessment
- Analysis of alternatives using M&S
- M&S use through milestone A
- M&S in technology development
- M&S use through milestone B
- M&S system development
- M&S in support of the design review
- M&S in system demonstration
- M&S use through milestone C
- M&S in test and evaluation
- M&S in support of the full-rate production decision
- M&S in support of the full-rate production decision
- M&S in support of equipment fielding
- M&S in system training
- M&S in system sustainment
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CERTIFICATE COMPLETION REQUIREMENT
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a George Mason University Certificate of Completion. 100% attendance and participation are expected from participants.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Anyone associated with the DoD acquisition process.
- Program management offices
- System engineers
- Testers and evaluators
- Other DoD personnel or contractors in the M&S field interested in the acquisition process
Jim Campbell is the director of modeling and simulation educational services for Alion Science and Technology. In addition to his association with George Mason University, Mr. Campbell has 28 years of management and leadership experience in the area of technology application. He has taught more than 100 courses nationally and internationally to academic, government, and industry students on multiple applications of modeling and simulation technology. He has taught to academic audiences at numerous universities and at DoD academic institutions such as the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Defense Acquisition University. He has presented to industry customers in California, Maine, Texas, and Virginia. He has been recognized for course development across a wide range of M&S applications and for diverse course work. He has developed and taught courses from the Army’s six week Functional Area 57, Simulation Operations, Qualification Course to short workshops such as the Program Executive Officer’s M&S Leadership Course, M&S for Test and Evaluation, and the Training M&S Workshop.
He was a planner for computer assisted exercises for Army, Joint, and NATO level exercises and he served as the subject matter expert for the Army Modeling and Simulation Office’s development of a computer based learning special skill identifier course on the integration of M&S into training for operations officers. His experience includes service in the U.S. Army Operational Test and Evaluation Command, highlighted by the test and evaluation of the premier training simulation instrumentation program, Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) 2000, and simulation test integration for the Land Warrior program. He has acted as a consultant on an Advanced Concept and Technology Demonstration for the Joint Personnel Recovery Agency and on training assessments for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
Campbell is a graduate of the United States Military Academy and has an MA in national security and strategic studies from the Naval War College in Newport, RI.
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