SIMULATION NEWS
December 13 - 16, 2009
The Winter Simulation Conference (WSC) is the premier international forum for disseminating recent advances in the field of system simulation.Hilton Austin, TX USA
Nov 30 - Dec 4, 2009
First time offered in Australia. Advanced ExtendSim courses in Brisbane. A quick way to learn how to manage simulation data and customise ExtendSim.
November 16 - 20, 2009
Essential Training for ExtendSim with Modelling Techniques course in Brisbane. A quick way to learn how to build simulation models with ExtendSim.
March 23, 2009
ExtendSim 7.0.5 released If you are using ExtendSim 7.0.x then download this important update NOW.
July 10 - 11, 2008
Fourth National Justice Modelling Workshop, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia.
January, 2008
ExtendSim released in Australia. If you are not using ExtendSim yet, then download the ExtendSim Demo-Player NOW, or even better purchase/upgrade a full version.
Essential Training for ExtendSim
Next scheduled Public Course will be conducted on:
It will be conducted at:
Learn how to build simulation models using ExtendSim. This 3-day hands-on course covers the basics of discrete event simulation. Topics include:
» The essential item handling blocks
» Using key value handling blocks
» Conceptual understanding of the Discrete Event Simulation Paradigm
» Working with item properties, such as attributes and priorities
» Creating, editing, and accessing an ExtendSim database
» Routing items
» Batching & unbatching items
» Presentation features including hierarchy, cloning, and 2D animation
» Using and scheduling resources
» Working with Equation blocks
» Advanced processing and queuing concepts
Essential Training is designed for those who are new to ExtendSim 7 and/or new to simulation modelling. Students will build, run, and analyse a model on Day 1 and explore more modelling components and concepts on subsequent days. The focus is on discrete event modelling, but the class is also essential for new rate-based modellers. Public course fee includes:
• Professional Training Venue
• Laptop computer for each participant's use
• Course manual with case studies
• ExtendSim User Guide
• Solution files for all exercises
• Refreshments AM & PM coffee breaks and lunch
Participants are responsible for the following:
• Knowledge of basic statistics (random distributions and confidence intervals) recommended
Course Fee
· Standard Fee: $2,379.00 per attendee (GST Inclusive)
· Attendees may redeem their Their Credit Vouchers that ship with each new ExtendSim Licence.
· Group Discounts available for 2+ attendees registered from the same organisation for the same course.
| Number Attending | Discount | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0% | $2,379.00 |
| 2 | 15% | $3,979.00 |
| 3 | 20% | $5,679.00 |
| 4 | 25% | $7,179.00 |
| 5 | 30% | $8,379.00 |
| 6 | 35% | $9,279.00 |
| 7 | 40% | $9,979.00 |
| 8 | 45% | $10,479.00 |
On-Site Training
The above course may also be scheduled at a mutually suitable time (we usually require 4 - 6 weeks notice) at your facility as a privately held on-site training. Contact AddSoft for quote and availability.
NB: Minimum Fee, for up-to 4 participants, for On-Site Training is $7,179.00. Additional fees may apply for venues outside of Australian or New Zealand capitals. On-site course fee includes:
• Instructor led course (1 x instructor for up-to 8 participants, 2 x instructors for 8+ participants)
• ALL instructor costs
• Laptop Computer for each student's use
• Course manual with case studies
• ExtendSim User Guide
• Solution files for all exercises
Following will be required* for the on-site training from Client's organization
• Suitable Training Room
• Data Projector with a Daylight Screen
• White Board
• Suitable Desk Space for Instructor
• Sufficient Desk Space for Participants to view course notes and their computer screen
• All Participants need to be able to view the screen and whiteboard without having to turn their heads more than 45 degrees from the computer screens
• Refreshments - at the minimum Water and Tea/Coffee
• Access to the Training Room 24 hour prior to commencement of training for room set-up
• Security for the Training Room from the Room Set-up until End-of-Training
* AddSoft can organise all of the above requirements, including a Professional Training Venue (mutually agreed) and catering (AM & PM coffee and lunch) in proximity to the customer of an on-site course for an additional fee of $1,800.00 for the 3 day course (additional fees may apply for venues outside of Australian or New Zealand capitals).
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