The Defence Simulation & Modelling course is available as an MSc, PG Diploma or PG Certificate. For details of the structure of these options please click here.
Aim of the Courses
To explain the main principles of the hardware and software, including the underlying modules, used in creating a synthetic battlefield and to consider the issues associated with procuring, using and managing such facilities for the training, testing and assessment of military forces and equipment.
Topics
The exact topics covered will depend on the particular modules chosen by the student. Each student must take the core module of
with the remaining modules normally taken from:
- Computer Graphics
- Discrete & Continuous Simulation
- High Performance & Parallel Computing
- Intelligent Systems
- Logistics Modelling
- Modelling & Simulation of Engineering Systems
- Networked & Distributed Simulation
- Neural Networks
- Programming & Software Development in C
- Scientific Programming with Fortran 95
- Software Engineering
- Statistical Analysis & Trials
- War Gaming & Combat Modelling
- Weapon Systems Performance Assessment
For further information on each course please click on the underlined module name. Many of the modules make extensive use of the Simulation and Synthetic Environment Laboratory.
Please note that the choice for full-time students is restricted by timetabling constraints.
How to Apply
To apply for this course, see How to apply .
