Definition of Simulation

Simulation Methodology

Problem definition
Constructing a simulation model
	Parameters defined
	Variables defined
	Decision rules defined
	Distributions defined
	Time incrementing defined
Specifying values of variables and parameters
	Run length (or run time) defined
Evaluating results
Validation
Proposing a new experiment
Computerization

Simulating Waiting Lines

Example: A two-stage assembly line

Spreadsheet Simulation

Simulation Programs and Languages

Desirable features of simulation software

Advantages and Disadvantages of Simulation

Conclusion

Advanced Case: Understanding the Impact of Variability on the Capacity of a Production System