Download IT010 606Lxx Simulation and Modelling

Mahatma Gandhi University
IT010 606 L01 SIMULATION AND MODELLING
Teaching scheme
Credits: 4
2 hours lecture and 2 hour tutorial per week
Objectives:
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To build knowledge on system modelling and system study on various applications.
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To design simulation models for various case studies like inventory, Telephone system,
etc.
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To practice on simulation tools and impart knowledge on building simulation systems.
Module 1
(10 Hours)
The Concepts of a System, Continuous and Discrete Systems, System Modeling, Types of
Models, Physical Models, Mathematical Models, Principal Used in Modeling, Corporate
Model, Environment Segment, Production Segment, Management Segment, The Full
Corporate Model, System Analysis, System Design, System Postulation.
Module 2
(13 Hours)
The Monte Carlo Method, Types of System Simulation, Numerical Computation Technique
for Continuous Models, Numerical Computation Technique for Discrete Models, Distributed
Lag Models, Cobweb Models. Continuous System Models, Differential Equations, Analog
Computers, Hybrid Computers, Digital-Analog Simulators, Continuous System Simulation
Lanuages, CSMP III, Hybrid Simulation, Feedback Systems, Interactive Systems, Real- Time
Simulation.
Module 3
(13 Hours)
Exponential Growth and Decay Models, Modified Exponential Growth Models, Logic
Curves, System Dynamics Diagrams, Multi-Segment Models, Representation of Time
Models, The DYNAMO Language. Stochastic Variables, Discrete and Continuous
Probability Functions, Continuous Uniformly Distributed Random Numbers, Uniform
Random Number Generator, Non-Uniform Continuously Distributed Random Numbers,
Rejection Method.
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Module 4
(12 Hours)
Congestion in Systems, Arrival Patterns, Exponential Distribution, Erlang Distribution,
Hyper-Exponential Distribution, Normal Distributions, Queing Disciplines, Simulation of a
Telephone System, Simulation Programming Tasks, Discrete Simulation Languages. GPSS
Programs, Succession of Events, Simulation of a Manufacturing Shop, Facilities and
Storages, Gathering Statistics, Conditional Transfers, Program Control statements, GPSS
Examples.
Module 5
(12 Hours)
SIMSCRIPT Programs, SIMSCRIPT System Concepts, Organization of SIMSCRIPT
Programs, SIMSCRIPT Statements, Management of Sets in SIMSCRIPT, Telephone System
Model, Simulation Programming Techniques.
Text Books
1. Geofferry Gordan, “ System Simulation”, Prentice Hall of India, New
Delhi,2004.
Reference Books
1. H. James Harrington and Kerim Tumay, ”Simulation Modeling Methods”, Tata McGraw
Hill New Delhi.
2. Averill M. Law , “Simulation Modeling and Analysis”, 4th Ed., Tata McGraw Hill New
Delhi.
3. Greenlaw, simulation modeling and analysis, Tata McGraw-Hill Education
Syllabus - B.Tech. Information Technology