Modelling and Simulation as Simulation for Technology Advancement

Abstract

This introductory tutorial is an overview of simulation modelling and analysis. Many critical questions are answered in the paper. What is modelling? What is simulation? What is simulation modelling and analysis? What types of problems are suitable for simulation? How to select simulation software? What are the benefits and pitfalls in modelling and simulation? The intended audience is those unfamiliar with the area of discrete event simulation as well as beginners looking for an overview of the area. This includes anyone who is involved in system design and modification – system analysts, management personnel, engineers, military planners, economists, banking analysts, and computer scientists. Familiarity with probability and statistics is assumed.