The workshop is very practical. It is based on the instructor's past experiences in managing and conducting the assessment of over 10 large-scale models and simulations. The methodology and activities are motivated through the extensive use of case studies and group activities, including consideration of risk analysis, CASE tools, and modern experimental design practices. A hands-on computer laboratory is devoted to the application of experimental design procedures in the validation of simulations. Sponsors benefit from the skills learned in planning and controlling the development of valid simulations.
Practitioners learn how to efficiently integrate development and validation.
Users gain clear, understandable criteria to determine if a model or simulation is appropriate for the intended use. The practical aspects of this workshop are based on Dr. Peter Knepell's experience working with many different simulations. A graduate of the US Air Force Academy, he received his doctorate degree in Operations Research from Cornell University. This automatically updates the last modified date for the page. This automatically updates the location documentation on the page.