Simulation Operations Course (SOC)

Course Description --

PURPOSE:The Simulation Operations Course provides individuals with an understanding of the roles, responsibilities,

practices, procedures, and concepts necessary to integrate mission command, models and simulations and operational

knowledge management into the operational environment. Functional Area 57 officers must attend this course for award of

the Functional Area 57 designation. The curriculum emphasizes the following topics:

- Mission Command Officer roles and responsibilities

- Operational Knowledge Management

- Integrating models and simulations with unit training programs and MCiS

- Knowledge of Mission Command Information Systems (MCiS) and modeling and simulation

- Applying MCiS activities, models and simulations to an operational environment

- Creating and modifying models and simulations

- Integrating models and simulations with unit training programs and MCiS

SCOPE: The Simulation Operations Course will enable students to:

a. Provide expert advice on Army model and simulation systems to the training and operational communities, focusing on the

integration of simulations into training for mission requirements.

b. Provide expertise in planning, preparing, supervising, and executing events, experiments, and exercises supported by

models and simulations.

c. Provide expertise in managing, developing, fielding, and maintaining models and simulations.

d. Participate in the development, equipping, and maintenance of simulation product repositories and interoperability

standards development.

e. Integrate knowledge management principles with Mission Command Information Systems (MCiS) and staff to develop and

refine a unit’s collective knowledge-sharing environment.

PREREQUISITES:

a. Commissioned Officer Personnel: Active Army and Reserve Components, grade 03 through 06, primarily FA 57, with

accessed into the operational support functional category as Functional Area 57 officers, or assigned to simulation operations

positions identified in their manning documents.

b. Civilian Personnel: Grade GS11 and above, and DA Interns, assigned to a position with significant duties in simulation

operations, operational knowledge management, and/or integrating Mission Command Information Systems with unit training

events and approved by the Army Modeling and Simulation School.

c. Enlisted Personnel: Active Army and Reserve Components grade E-8 and above assigned to simulation operations positions.

SPECIAL INFORMATION: Officers will attend the course before their initial assignment in a Functional Area 57 coded

position. They can attend TDY enroute or TDY and return.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Unclassified

COURSE STATISTICS:

Peacetime Mobilization

COURSE LENGTH 8 weeks 0 weeks

ADJUSTED COURSE ICH 0.0

CLASS SIZES

Maximum 24 0

Optimum 20 0

Minimum 16 0

ACADEMIC HOURS

Unique 320.0 0.0

Shared n/a 0.0

Total 320.0 0.0

Simulation Professional Course Phase 2 (SPC2)

ATRRS Information: School Code 136, Course #2G-F36 (CT) PH 2, Resident Training

Course Description --

PURPOSE: The Simulation Professional Course provides individuals with an understanding of the roles, responsibilities,

practices, procedures, and concepts necessary to integrate models and simulations into the organizational environment. The

curriculum emphasizes the following topics: fundamental knowledge of modeling and simulation program management;

technical aspects of simulation; employing simulations; cross domains issues; application of simulations within the M&S

communities. This course is tailored to the needs of the requesting organization --from one lesson or up to three weeks-- of

modeling and simulation training.

SCOPE:The Simulation Professional Course will enable students to:

a. Provide an understanding of model & simulation concepts, and the ability to discuss applications within a specific modeling

and simulation environment.

b. Provide an understanding of similarities and differences of the M&S communities within the Army modeling and simulation

community.

c. Provide an understanding of interoperability & architecture issues within the modeling and simulation environment.

d. Provide an understanding of organizations involved in the process of managing and implementing models and simulation.

PREREQUISITES:

a. Commissioned Officer Personnel: Active Army and Reserve Components, grade 01 and above. b. Civilian Personnel: Grade

GS7 and above, and DA Interns, as needed and those individuals selected by the Functional Area Proponency Representative.

c. Enlisted Personnel: Active Army and Reserve Components grade E-6 and above assigned to simulation operations positions.
SPECIAL INFORMATION: N/A.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Unclassified

COURSE STATISTICS:

Peacetime Mobilization

COURSE LENGTH 2 weeks 0 weeks

ADJUSTED COURSE ICH 0.0

CLASS SIZES

Maximum 24 0

Optimum 16 0

Minimum 8 0

ACADEMIC HOURS

Unique 108 0.0

Shared n/a 0.0

Total 108 0.0

Simulation (s7) Course- Distance Learning

4N-SIS7 (DL)

Letter of Instruction (LOI)

1. BACKGROUND: This course is delivered via distributed learning on the Army Learning Management System. This course

will focus on synchronizing the efforts (plan and integrate simulations into unit training activities) of the S3 officer and

assistant S3 from Battalion, Brigades and Brigade Combat Teams so that they can better support the maneuver commander.

The training concept will build on enhancing training using simulations in brigade and below environments, to include the use

of command and control equipment. You will learn how to apply and refine proficiency in integrating simulations within

training guidance, training plans, and training schedules. Additionally, you will be exposed to the interface between simulation

and the ABCS/C2 systems.

2. COURSE ABSTRACT: The course you are about to take is the 4N-SIS7 (DL), Simulation S7 course. This course contains

four module of content in which the learner progresses through 18 lessons with checks on knowledge and course

examinations. This course will provide trained personnel with an understanding of the concept of training using simulations,

unit requirements to support training, an understanding of the weakness of each training venue (live, virtual and

constructive), an understanding of the importance of proper use of the after action review process and lessons learned

program. This course will not duplicate the efforts of any other Army training programs i.e. Simulation Operations Course, etc.

3. ACCESSING COURSE MATERIALS: (NOTE: To ensure you receive credit, do not access the materials until you have

received the ATRRS message confirming your enrollment.)

a. Logon to the Army Knowledge Online (AKO) and go to the "Self-Service" tab located on the blue horizontal menu bar; select
"My Education" from the self-service drop-down menu; and then click on the ALMS link or logo to open the ALMS.

b. Once in the ALMS, go to the 'Training" tab and locate the "Current Enrollment" link. Click on current enrollments to view

your course and course modules.

4. TO TAKE THIS COURSE:

a. Select the lesson materials by clicking on the lesson module links.

b. Follow the navigation buttons on the screen to move through the material.

c. Complete each check on knowledge.

d. At the completion of the lesson module, close the content window before attempting to access the examination.

e. Locate the end of course examination by clicking on the link within the course structure. If you exit the ALMS before

attempting the exam, when you return - simply re-launch the course from the "Current Enrollments" portal found on the front

page of the ALMS, or go to the "Training" tab and locate the "Enrollments" link to access the course materials.

f. Upon successful completion of the end of course examination (70% or better), close the examination window and go to the

"Training" tab and locate the "Evaluations" link to find and complete the end of course questionnaire. NOTE" You must

complete the content module, successfully pass the exam, AND complete the questionnaire in order to gain access to your

completion certificate.

5. FINAL COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION: Please read the following statement.

a. Test Control Statement: You are primarily responsible for ensuring inappropriate disclosure/acquisition of the examination

does not occur. You are also responsible for reporting/identifying all possible test material handling situations that might lead

to inadvertent test compromise. Personnel, who may intentionally or unintentionally come in contact with sensitive test

materials, are responsible for reducing the possibility of unintentional disclosure of test items or materials (test compromise).

b. By completing this examination, you agree and will abide by the above test control statement.

c. If you fail the examination, it may take up to two business days before you will be allowed to go back into ATRRS and re-

take it.

6. HOW TO RECEIVE CREDIT:

a. To receive a certificate of completion, return to the ALMS.

b. Click on the "Training" tab.

c. From the left menu pane, click on "Transcript".

d. Locate the "Simulation S7 Course, 4N-SIS7 (DL)" and the link to "Print Certificate."

e. Print the certificate and turn it in to your Unit Training Officer or NCO for documentation in the Digital Training Management

System (DTMS).

f. Credit in ATRRS will automatically be awarded upon passing the final examination and completion of the end of course

evaluation. To confirm credit in your ATRRS training record, go to the My Training link in AKO and click on the ATRRS portal 24

hrs following your completion of the examination.

7. ALMS FAMILIARIZATION TRAINING: If you are a new user to the ALMS, you may access the "New User" Training from

the homepage of the ALMS to assist you in launching this courseware.

8. SOFTWARE/NETWORK REQUIREMENTS: This courseware requires Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher and Flash 8.0, Adore

Reader, MS Excel, and MS Word. Please check with your local Department of Information Management or computer support

personnel to ensure you have the appropriate software loaded before attempting to launch this course.

COMPUTER CONFIGURATION: To configure the settings on your machine, please Refer to the "Army Learner Log-in

Instructions".

9. HELP DESK: If you encounter any errors and you have completed all of the steps above, you may contact the Army

Training help Desk for assistance at the contact information below. Please have the course name and number available when

submitting your issue and identify that this course is hosted on the Army Learning Management System. Distributed Learning

System (DLS) 24-hour Help Desk: 1-877-251-0730.

10. POC Email:

-Primary POC

-Alternate POC

Modeling and Simulation Basics Course (MSBC)

ATRRS Information: School Code 136, Course #3G-MSBC (DL), Distance Learning

Course Description: Introductory course into Modeling & Simulation (M&S) concepts and terminology with an Army

application.

Scope: Students will be exposed to M&S principles, interoperability, Army organizations that use M&S, history of M&S, and

how M&S interfaces with the Army's Battle Command System.

To Enroll:

1. Go to the ATRRS Self-Development Center

2. At the Quick Course Search Crs Nbr, enter 3G-MSBC; follow the on-screen prompts.

Analysis Modeling and Simulation

A variety of education offerings are available to the M&S communities. The list that follows includes both online and resident

training courses, as well as certificate and degree programs at colleges, schools and universities. For more information or to

propose additional M&S offerings, please contact us at usarmy.belvoir.hqda-dcs-g-8.mbx.cp-36@mail.mil.

FY19 Analysis, Modeling and Simulation Course Spreadsheet

I. Sample Online Academic Degree/Certificate Courses

MODELING and SIMULATION:

- Arizona State University (Master of Science (M.S.))

- Columbus State University Master of Science in Applied Computer Science (M&S Concentration)

- Naval Post Graduate School (certificate)

- Old Dominion University (M.S.)

- Polytechnic Insitute, New York University Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (Analytic Modeling & System Simulation)

- Whiting School of Engineering, Johns Hopkins University Master of Science in Systems Engineering (Cybersecurity Simulation

Systems and M&S Systems Focus Areas)

OPERATIONS RESEARCH:

- Colorado State University (Graduate Certificate in Data Analysis)

- Florida Institute of Technology

- Georgia Institute of Technology

- Kansas State University

- North Carolina State University (Graduate Certificate in Statistics)

- University of Southern California

DATA SCIENCE/ANALYTICS CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS:

- Army E-Learning Courseware (Smartforce, ATRRS Self Development Center courses in Data Science)

- Columbia University

- Cornell University (Online Data Science Certificate Programs: Business Analytics; Data Analytics; Data Analytics 360)

- Johns Hopkins University

II. Resident Academic Programs

- Graduate Degree

-- Naval Post Graduate School (M.S. and Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.))

-- Old Dominion University (M.S. and Ph.D.)

-- University of Alabama, Huntsville (M.S. and Ph.D.)

-- University of Central Florida (M.S. and Ph.D.)

- Certificate Programs

-- George Mason University

. Fundamental Concepts and Applications of Modeling and Simulation

. Modeling and Simulation Throughout the Acquisition Lifecycle

-- Georgia Institute of Technology Defense Modeling and Simulation Certificate

-- Naval Post Graduate School

. M&S Management

. M&S Acquisition

. M&S Test and Evaluation

. M&S Engineering Integration

-- Portland State University Graduate Certificate in Computer Modeling and Simulation

-- University of Alabama, Huntsville Modeling and Simulation Certificate

-- University of Central Florida

. Graduate Certificate in Training Simulations

. Instructional Design for Simulations

-- University of Michigan: Certificate of Simulation and Gaming Studies

III. U.S. Army Modeling and Simulation School

- Simulation Operations Course (SOC) (8 week resident course, VA)

- Intermediate Simulations Operations Course (ISOC) (2 week resident course, VA)

- Simulation S7 Course (S7) Distance Learning (online)

- Simulation Professional Course (2 weeks)

- Modeling and Simulation Basic Course (MSBC) (online)

IV. International Academic Program

Degree Program: Bleking Institute of Technology (Sweden) (M.S.)

V. Associates Degree

- Tidewater Community College

VI. Various Short M&S Training/Courses/Professional Development Opportunities

Courses:

- Accelebrate (Online or On-site Customized Training) - GAE School/Vendor Code - AI013

-- Introduction to R Programming

-- Analyzing Data with Excel

-- Data Analysis Fundamentals Using Excel

- Army Simulation & Modeling School -- Professional Development Opportunity:

Right-Seat-Ride - National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, CA; (3 to 5 days)

- Averill Law (2 to 3 Days) -- Seminars:

-- Simulation Modeling for System Design and Analysis

-- Agent Based Simulation

-- How to Validate your Models and Simulations

-- Design of Experiments for Simulation Modeling

-- Simulation Modeling for Military Decision Makers

- Distributed Simulation, Inc. (DisTi), Orlando, FLA -- Courses:

-- Visual Simulation Techniques and Technology (3 Days)

-- High Level Architecture (HLA) - A Practical Guide to HLA Development (4 Days)

-- Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) Applications (4 Days)

-- Military Simulation & Serious Game Technology (3 Days)

-- Fundamentals of Distributed Simulations (3 Days)

- George Mason University -- Certificate Courses:

-- Modeling and Simulation Throughout the Acquisition Lifecycle (5 Days)

-- Fundamental Concepts and Applications of Modeling and Simulation (5 Days)

- Georgia Institute of Technology -- Short Courses (2 to 4 days):

-- Fundamentals of Modeling

-- Modeling and Simulation for Systems Engineering

-- Distributed Simulation Fundamentals

-- Modeling & Simulation of Antennas

-- Fundamentals of Combat Modeling

-- Modeling & Simulation of RF Electronic Warfare Systems

-- Directed Infrared Countermeasures: Technology, Modeling, and Testing

-- Modeling & Simulation in Electro-Optical and Infrared Systems

-- Introduction to FalconViewT-Basic Operations

-- Modeling & Simulation in Radar Systems

-- Fundamentals of Modern Systems Engineering

-- Leading Systems Engineering Teams

-- Systems Design and Analysis

-- Test & Evaluation of Defense RF Electronic Systems

-- Design of Experiments

-- Test & Evaluation Using Modeling & Simulation

- Georgia Tech Courses - GAE School/Vendor Code GIO01

-- Distributed Simulation Fundamentals

-- Modeling and Simulation of Antennas

-- Modeling and Simulation of Phased Array Antennas

-- Modeling and Simulation for Sytems Engineering

-- Modeling and Simulation of RF Circuits

-- Basic Electronic Warfare Modeling

-- Basic RF Electronic Warfare Concepts

-- Introduction to Design of Experiments

-- Scientific Principles of Test and Evaluation

-- Applied Design of Experiments for Test and Evaluation

-- Infared Countermeasures

-- Directed Infrared Countermeasures: Technology, Modeling and Testing

-- Missile Design and System Engineering

-- Fundamentals of Systems Architecture

-- Cyber Security: A Systems Approach

-- Fundamentals of Cyber Test and Evaluation

-- Fundamentals of Modern Systems Engineering

-- Leading Systems Engineering Teams

-- Human Systems Integration

-- SysML 101- Model-Based Engineering – Fundamentals Understanding SysML Models

-- SysML 201 – Model-Based Engineering - Fundamentals Creating SysML Models

-- Principles of Data Analysis and Decision Making

- Learning Tree International - GAE School/Vendor Code - LTO64:

-- Analyzing Big Data with Microsoft R

-- Certified Ethical Hacker

-- Data Analysis and Modeling Techniques

-- Cyber Security Training

-- SharePoint Training

- Management Concepts - GAE School/Vendor Code - MC332:

-- Analytics Boot Camp

-- Data Collection Techniques

-- Data Analysis and Modeling Techniques

-- Evaluating and Presenting Analysis Results

-- Analytics Capstone

- Military Operations Research Society (MORS):

-- Certificate in Wargaming (5 days)

-- Certificate in US National Security Risk Analysis (5 days)

-- Certificate in Critical Skills for Analytics Professionals (CSAP) (5 days)

- Oracle University - GAE School/Vendor Code - OU001:

-- Oracle Database Programs with PL/SQL

- University of Alabama, Huntsville - GAE School/Vendor Code - UOA04

-- Fundamentals of Modeling and Simulation

-- Developing Simulations

-- Systems Analysis, Modeling and Simulation

-- Simulation Verification, Validation, and Accreditation

-- Test and Evaluation Principles

-- Requirements Development

-- Test Planning and Conduct

-- Test Evaluation and Assessment

-- System Validation and Verification

-- Systems Analysis, Modeling and Simulation

- University of Southern California, Los Angeles - GAE School/Vendor Code - UOS14:

-- The Essentials of Data Informatics (For additional information, contact Ms. Patricia Hughes, patricia.m.hughes8.civ@mail.mil)

- Defense Acquisition University -- Continuing Learning Modules (CLEs):

VII. Conferences/Workshops

- Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) (4 Days)

- Simulation Interoperability Workshops (SIWS)

- Military Operations Research Symposium (MORS)

- Army Operations Research Symposium (AORS)

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