OPR 9730

OPR 9730 is a graduate masters-level course in the CUNY Baruch College Zicklin School of Business.

Course Title : Simulation Modeling and Analysis

Official Course Description: This course focuses on the application of simulation as a management tool within the information systems environment. All aspects of the simulation process are studied. Special emphasis is placed on input data analysis, modeling methods, experimental design, and output analysis. Students will be introduced to a simulation modeling language, thus enabling them to study a variety of applications and simulation issues. Class problems will focus on systems design considerations such as queue configurations, buffers, sequencing, and capacity issues in the manufacturing, service, and health-care environments. (Prerequisite: STA 9708 or equivalent.)

Textbook : See syllabus

Modes of learning

• • Passive learning – These include lectures (both in-class and prepared videos) and the before-class readings (textbook and articles).

  • Active learning – Work on simulation models using a variety of easy-to-learn and easy-to-use software tools. You will learn to use these tools on your own, using some minimal guidance, notes and videos, and class discussions.

  • Project work – You will work collaboratively in a group to create both a term paper and a presentation about a topic of your group’s choice, as approved by the instructor. This topic may be (but is not limited to) a full-scale simulation project.