This research guidebook is to provide the reader with current DoD initiatives, policy and guidance, and identification of newly formed organizations in M & S. This book will provide a better understanding of how models are developed, applied in simulations and their value in analysis; and more importantly, it provides a quick reference for the application of these tools in the development of weapon systems. This guidebook offers lessons learned from current acquisition managers, advice on management practices, points of contact (POCs) and how to access M & S data bases.

Discussing issues and concepts relating to human factors in simulation, this book covers theory and application in fields such as space, ships, submarines, naval aviation, and commercial aviation. The authors develop and expand on concepts in simulator usage particularly specific characteristics and issues of simulation and their effect on the validity and functionality of simulators as a training device. The chapters contain in depth discussions of these particular characteristics and issues. They also incorporate theories pertaining to the motivational aspects of training, simulation of social events, and PC based simulation.