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What is the primary purpose of using models and simulations in managerial decisions?
What is the primary purpose of using models and simulations in managerial decisions?
Which of the following is an example of an endogenous activity?
Which of the following is an example of an endogenous activity?
Which term describes the collection of all entities, attributes, and activities at one point in time?
Which term describes the collection of all entities, attributes, and activities at one point in time?
What characterizes a closed system?
What characterizes a closed system?
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Why might a system be modeled rather than directly engaged with?
Why might a system be modeled rather than directly engaged with?
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What distinguishes deterministic activities from stochastic activities?
What distinguishes deterministic activities from stochastic activities?
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Which type of system experiences smooth, continuous changes?
Which type of system experiences smooth, continuous changes?
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What term is used to describe properties of an entity within a system?
What term is used to describe properties of an entity within a system?
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What is the primary focus of the Code Phase in the M&S Development Process Cycle?
What is the primary focus of the Code Phase in the M&S Development Process Cycle?
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Which of the following best describes Monte Carlo Simulation?
Which of the following best describes Monte Carlo Simulation?
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Which phase of the M&S process involves the use of data/information technologies?
Which phase of the M&S process involves the use of data/information technologies?
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In the context of simulation, what does 'computer visualization' refer to?
In the context of simulation, what does 'computer visualization' refer to?
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What role does Human Factors play in simulation design?
What role does Human Factors play in simulation design?
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What is the main characteristic of Continuous Simulation?
What is the main characteristic of Continuous Simulation?
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What is a significant challenge posed by the simulation process?
What is a significant challenge posed by the simulation process?
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Which aspect of simulation involves the development and use of techniques for data analysis?
Which aspect of simulation involves the development and use of techniques for data analysis?
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What is the independent variable in the context of system variables evolving over time?
What is the independent variable in the context of system variables evolving over time?
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Which of the following describes discrete-event simulation?
Which of the following describes discrete-event simulation?
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What distinguishes high fidelity in simulations?
What distinguishes high fidelity in simulations?
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Which method is associated with decomposing large objects into smaller elements?
Which method is associated with decomposing large objects into smaller elements?
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What does resolution refer to in simulations?
What does resolution refer to in simulations?
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What is an example of data-based modeling?
What is an example of data-based modeling?
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Which modeling method is crucial for studying human and social phenomena?
Which modeling method is crucial for studying human and social phenomena?
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What does scale refer to in the context of simulations?
What does scale refer to in the context of simulations?
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What best describes a model in the context of systems?
What best describes a model in the context of systems?
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Which of the following is NOT a primary concern of a modeler?
Which of the following is NOT a primary concern of a modeler?
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What is the primary purpose of simulation?
What is the primary purpose of simulation?
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How does simulation function in the study of systems?
How does simulation function in the study of systems?
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Which of the following was a key development in simulation during the 1940s?
Which of the following was a key development in simulation during the 1940s?
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What distinguishes analytic solutions from simulation solutions in modeling?
What distinguishes analytic solutions from simulation solutions in modeling?
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Which type of model is defined as a logical representation of a system?
Which type of model is defined as a logical representation of a system?
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What type of simulation model is most commonly used in operational models?
What type of simulation model is most commonly used in operational models?
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Which of these is NOT a characteristic used to classify simulation models?
Which of these is NOT a characteristic used to classify simulation models?
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In the context of modeling and simulation, which option represents a tangible form of modeling?
In the context of modeling and simulation, which option represents a tangible form of modeling?
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What is the overall process referred to as M & S?
What is the overall process referred to as M & S?
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Which application area would most likely utilize simulation to evaluate logistics requirements?
Which application area would most likely utilize simulation to evaluate logistics requirements?
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What type of simulation incorporates elements from both continuous and discrete approaches?
What type of simulation incorporates elements from both continuous and discrete approaches?
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What role does quantitative analysis play in modeling and simulation?
What role does quantitative analysis play in modeling and simulation?
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During which decade were PC-based simulation software and object-oriented programming developed?
During which decade were PC-based simulation software and object-oriented programming developed?
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When would the analytical method of problem-solving be preferred over simulation?
When would the analytical method of problem-solving be preferred over simulation?
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What is the key characteristic of hybrid modeling?
What is the key characteristic of hybrid modeling?
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Which type of simulation involves real people operating real systems?
Which type of simulation involves real people operating real systems?
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What is the primary purpose of training applications in modeling?
What is the primary purpose of training applications in modeling?
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Which simulation involves real people operating in a simulated system?
Which simulation involves real people operating in a simulated system?
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Which of the following applications is focused on exploring design and solution spaces?
Which of the following applications is focused on exploring design and solution spaces?
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What type of simulation is exemplified by the US military's ModSAF?
What type of simulation is exemplified by the US military's ModSAF?
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What is NOT a characteristic of analysis applications in modeling?
What is NOT a characteristic of analysis applications in modeling?
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Which of these model types is not mentioned as part of hybrid modeling?
Which of these model types is not mentioned as part of hybrid modeling?
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Study Notes
Modeling and Simulation
- Modeling and Simulation (M & S) is a problem-based discipline allowing for repeated testing of a hypothesis.
- The core of M & S study programs is structured around four key concepts: Modeling, Simulation, Visualization, and Analysis.
- A system is a construct or collection of elements producing results not achievable by those elements alone. It includes people, hardware, software, policies, and documents, and produces system-level qualities, properties, and performance.
- Systems are categorized into Physical Systems (existing things) and Notional Systems (plans or concepts for future things).
- Systems can be categorized as Discrete (state variables change instantly at separate times) and Continuous (state variables change continually over time).
- Ways to study a system include comparing the actual system to a model, and a physical versus a mathematical representation, and choosing between solving the system analytically or via simulation.
- A Model represents a system, entity, phenomenon or process. It can be physical, mathematical or logical. It represents real-world or hypothetical events. Examples include electromagnetic field models.
- Types of models include Physical and Notional. Examples are shown on slides.
- Simulation is an applied methodology to describe a system's behavior. It is often an imitation of a real-world process or system over a period of time.
- It can be based on a mathematical or symbolic model. An example given is calculating the height of a falling object via simulation software. (tabulated and graphical example shown)
- Modeling and Simulation (M&S) is a process involving developing a model and then simulating that model to understand system performance, and using the simulated data as the basis for making decisions.
- Components of a system include Entities (objects of interest), Attributes (properties of entities), and Activities (processes causing change).
- The state of a system is the collection of these elements at a given time.
- Example systems and their related entities, attributes, and activities are shown.
- System environments are where changes happen outside of the system.
- Activity types include endogenous (within the system) and exogenous (outside the system), deterministic (outputs derived from inputs), and stochastic (outputs not easily derivable from inputs).
- Examples of systems and their endogenous and exogenous activities are shown.
- System types include Open (exogenous activities), Closed (no exogenous activities), Continuous (smooth changes), Discrete (discontinuous changes), and Sampled-Data (continuous but measured at discrete points).
- Systems are modeled to resolve accessibility issues, potential dangers, unacceptability to engage with, and if the system doesn't yet exist. Subtasks in deriving a model include establishing a system boundary, and identifying the entities, attributes, and activities. Methods of model building include supplying data, defining attributes, and defining relationships among attributes.
- Model types include Physical Models, and Mathematical Models which further break down into static/dynamic models and numerical/analytical models.
- Modeling is the process of representing a model including its structure and operation; it's a process of constructing a model to represent a system that includes its properties and relationships.
- Model building involves principles such as structure by blocks (each block representing a part of the system), relevance (including only important aspects), and accuracy (only using correct information).
- Simulation is an imitation of how a facility or process operates, using a model to represent the subject or system, with both logical and mathematical assumptions about how it works. Methods to evaluate the model's performance (numerical or analytical approaches) can be used to estimate desired properties.
- Simulation methods can be comprised of analytical methods or simulation methods. Analytical methods are suitable when a system's model is simple, and mathematical methods (like algebra, calculus) can be used to obtain exact results. When the system is complex, simulation methods, using computer methods, provide a quicker alternative when extensive evaluation would be necessary for analytical methods. (examples and comparisons of analytical/simulation methods to derive results and address limitations are shown)
- Advantages of M&S include understandability, testing, upgradability, identifying constraints, and diagnosing problems.
- Disadvantages of modeling and simulation include the need for domain expertise and experience and the computational and manpower demands of simulations.
- Steps in simulation and model-building include defining an achievable goal, constructing a suitable team, involving the end-user, choosing appropriate tools, collecting and analyzing data, creating accurate documentation, developing appropriate procedures (validating for accuracy and appropriateness of the question being asked), and planning output analysis.
- M&S development involves distinct phases (Modeling, Insight, Analysis, Execute, Results, Implementation, and Data Capture, Storage, Transformation and Analysis phases), each associated with relevant technologies (modeling, development, and computational/data technologies).
- Relevant disciplines include Probability and Statistics (random variable generation, uncertainty and variability analysis), Analysis and Operations Research (data conversion to meaningful information), and Computer visualization (representing data to interface with models).
- Simulation paradigms include Monte Carlo (randomly sampling variable distributions to obtain output), Continuous (variables as continuous functions of time), and Discrete-Event (variables changing only at distinct points in time).
- Fidelity refers to how accurately the model matches reality, and it can be categorized as High Fidelity (close match) or Low Fidelity (tolerable deviations for specific circumstances). Resolution refers to the degree of detail in the simulation. Scale describes the size of the entire scenario.
- Various types of modeling (methods) and systems (physical/notional/discrete/continuous) are explained in reference to diagrams and tables.
- Different types of simulation exist (live, virtual, constructive, training, analysis, engineering, acquisition). Each type uses various actors (people, computer systems), systems (physical, simulated), and purposes (training, understanding, design, validation, etc.).
- Examples are provided to illustrate each type of simulation and its application.
Formative and Summative Assessments
- There are formative and summative assessments for this course, and instructions are available on a canvas site.
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Explore the core concepts of Modeling and Simulation (M & S), which enable rigorous testing of hypotheses through structured studies. This quiz covers the categorization of systems, key methodologies in simulation, and the important distinctions between physical and notional systems. Test your understanding of how systems operate and the principles behind modeling them effectively.
