Program Overview

Program Overview

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Course Details

MECH 513 - Simulation Modeling and Experimentation

This course introduces fundamental concepts of integrated modeling, simulation, and experimentation as a component of the systems engineering process. Students will learn practical processes for improving the defensibility, cost, and capabilities of simulations, with emphases on verification and validation of computational models, quantification and propagation of uncertainty, multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization, and synthesis and decision making. Tools used in the course include MATLAB, Excel, ModelCenter, Simulink, and SimEvents.

Course Format

The class is offered online in a webinar-style format and can be accessed synchronously or asynchronously.

Prerequisite

STAT 315 (Statistics for Engineers and Scientists) or the equivalent.

Textbooks and Materials

Textbook information is available at the CSU Bookstore about 3 weeks prior to the start of the term.

Instructors

• Graeme Troxell

Course Schedule

Section 801 (Online)

• Date: August 25 - December 14, 2025 (16 weeks)
• Time: Thursday, 5:15 pm - 8 pm (Mountain Time)
• Drop and withdrawal deadlines:
  • 100% tuition and fees refunded: September 10, 2025
  • 50% tuition refunded with 'W' grade: October 20, 2025
  • No tuition refunded and 'W' grade: November 14, 2025
• Instructors: Graeme Troxell
• Tuition: $3,579 (subject to Board of Governors’ approval in early summer)