Testing and Validation of Computer Simulation Models

Dr. David Murray-Smith is Emeritus Professor and Honorary Senior Research Fellow of the School of Engineering at the University of Glasgow, UK.

An Introduction to Simulation Models and the Modelling Process.- Concepts of Simulation Model Testing, Verification and Validation.- Measures of Quality for Model Validation.- Sensitivity Analysis for Model Evaluation.- Experimental Data for Model Validation.- Methods of Model Verification.- Methods for the Invalidation/Validation of Simulation Models.- Management Issues within Simulation Model Development and Testing.- Case Study: Development and Testing of a Simulation Model of Two Interconnected Vessels.- Case Study: Model Validation and Experiment Design for Helicopter Simulation Model Development and Applications.- Case Study: Compartmental Models of the Gas-Exchange Processes of the Human Lungs.- Case Study: Modelling of Elements of the Neuromuscular.- Systems Involved in the Regulation of Posture and Control of Movement.- Further Discussion.