M&S for Test and Evaluation (T&E), Introduction
This course will address the use of modeling and simulation as a complement to physical testing in support of systems evaluation. The general relationships among simulation, test, and evaluation will be introduced in context of systems acquisition lifecycle management. Forms of use of simulation in support of test planning, test execution, and systems analysis will be described, characterized, and illustrated with real-world examples. Issues and opportunities relevant to the integrated use of simulation and testing will be identified; and strategies to optimize the use of scarce resources in executing test and evaluation programs will be provided.
After taking this course, M&S in T&E, Advanced provides additional instruction in the use of M&S in support of test and evaluation.