Slide 4: Introduction to Simulation g Definition of simulation The process of designing and creating a computerized model of a real or proposed system for the purpose of numerical experiment to develop better understanding of the behavior/dynamics of that system under a given set of conditions g Simulation is a powerful tool for design, modeling, analysis, and optimization of systems. It is one of the target technologies for the 21st century identified by the NRC, NIST, NSF, IE, SME, ASME and many othersDefinition of simulation The process of designing and creating a computerized model of a real or proposed system for the purpose of numerical experiment to develop better understanding of the behavior/dynamics of that system under a given set of conditions. Simulation is a powerful tool for design, modeling, analysis, and optimization of systems. It is one of the target technologies for the 21st century identified by the NRC, NIST, NSF, IIE, SME, ASME and many others … Slide 4: Introduction to Simulation