SYLLABUS
IE 4420: SIMULATION
IE CORE (3CR.)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Systems modeling and discrete event simulation. Methodology applied to analysis and design
of a broad range of systems including both production and service systems. Computer
assignments and a term project are required.
PREREQUISITES
BE 2100, BE 1200; Admission to the IE Professional Program
CO-REQUISITES
None
TEXTBOOK AND OTHER REQUIRED MATERIAL
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W.D. Kelton, R.P. Sadowski, & D.T. Sturrock, Simulation with Arena, 5 Edition 2010
COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
IE4420.01
IE4420.02
IE4420.03
IE4420.04
IE4420.05
Identify appropriate correct applications of computer simulation to business and
industrial problems
Build basic simulation models in ARENA
Explain the roles and responsibilities of a Process Simulation Analyst
Collect and analyze simulation input data
Perform simulation analyses and develop management reports
TOPICS COVERED
1. Introduction to Simulation
2. Fundamental Simulation Concepts
3. ARENA Modeling Concepts
4. Input Data Analysis
5. Random Number and Random Variate Generation
6. Post Simulation Analysis
7. Application Case Studies
CLASS SCHEDULE
Winter 2012: M W 4:00PM - 5:25PM
CONTRIBUTION TO PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM COMPONENTS
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Prepared by: Qingyu Yang 6/5/2012 Approved: Curriculum Committee 6/5/2012