Simulation Software

byJesse Rose

• Simulation- imitation or enactment

• Software- the programs used to direct the operation of a computer, as well as documentation giving instructions on how to use them

• Simulation Software-Computer software that represents real world situations and experiences

Types of Simulation Software• Education- Subject areas

• Agriculture• Business• Communications• Defense• Health• Manufacturing• Traffic• Games

http://www.flickr.com/photos/david_reverchon/ by David Reverchon

Types of Simulation Software

• Work places-• Industrial• Business• Communications• Distribution• Manufacturing• Packing• Repair• engines

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ensight/ by Darin Mckinnis

Advantages

• Saves money• Fast• Controlled• Interactive• Demonstrative

http://www.flickr.com/photos/31274959@N08/ by Siemens PLM Software

Disadvantages

• Limited• Not physical• Not hands on• Learning how to use it• Technical problems

Simulation

“The emphasis in simulation is often on the application and integration of knowledge, skills, and critical thinking.” (Carol A. Rauen)

Simulation

“Unlike a classroom setting or a paper-and-pencil test, simulation allows learners to function in an environment that is as close as possible to an actual clinical situation and provides them an opportunity to "think on their feet, not in their seat.”” (Carol A. Rauen)

Simulation Software

• Not as popular, but on the rise

• No dominating company

• Can find it from many different companies

• Buying in your specific content area

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Sources• http://www.toolingu.com/definition-900310-14213-simulation-software.html

• http://www.cityofseattle.net/informationsecurity/glossary_S.htm#Simulation

• www.dictionary.com

• http://www.solidworks.com/sw/products/fea-cfd-simulation-sofware.htm

• http://web.cs.mun.ca/~donald/msc/node6.html#SECTION00411000000000000000

• http://ccn.aacnjournals.org/content/24/3/46.full