MWB/LB-65 : Modeling & Simulations: Acquisition

* Modeling & Simulation:Today & Tomorrow:Pros And Cons
* Modeling & Simulation In The Acquisition Process
* Cost Savings In Materiel Acquisition Process
* Improved Quality, Process And Production Control Through Modeling & Simulation
* Requirements Definition & Concept Development (90% Of Program Cost Is Determined In First 10% Of Program)
* Virtual Prototyping-Key To Streamlining The Demonstration/ Validation & Engineering,Manufacturing And Development Phase
* Integrated Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Tool Set To Support: Production, Operation & Support, And Demilitarization Phases
* Cooperative Research & Development Agreements (CradaÍs): IndustryÍs Key To The Government M&S Tool Chest
* The Modeling & Simulation Vision:How Do We Get There From Here:What Is Realistic And What Can Be Repeated
* Constructive, Man-In-The-Loop, And Live Simulation:Integrating The Development Process
* Force-On-Force To Engineering Models
* Integrated User/Developer Teams
* Integrated Product/Process Development
* Virtual Prototyping;Computer-Aided Design & Manufacture
* Electronic Technical Support:Modeling The Logistic Support Requirements To Reduce Loss And Assure Needed Support Is Available When Required
* Virtual Demilitarization: Computer-Aided To Optimize The Disposal Of Obsolete Combat Material

OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE
The main objective of this course is to give an overview of Modeling and Simulation initiatives in the Department of Defense and the Industries supporting it, in the Materiel Acquisition Process, from requirements definition to demilitarization and disposal. This course will describe how Cost Reductions, Improved Quality Combat Materiel, and a Significantly Reduced Acquisition Process can be obtained, by using Modeling and Simulation in the Materiel Acquisition Cycle. Also discussed will be the effects of ñGAMES-for children and adultsî on Modeling and Simulation; and Modeling and Simulation winners, such as Boeing 777 and Camanche Helicopter development.