OptDef + AFSIM Training (November 3rd-5th)
OptDef + AFSIM training is being offered as a 3-day course with lectures, examples, and hands-on exercises November 3rd-5th, 2026
This class will be offered at our Boulder, CO office, equipping defense modeling and simulation analysts with the skills to get the most from their AFSIM simulation models using the OptDef simulation optimization and analysis tool.
This training is focused on using OptDef with AFSIM. Throughout the class lectures, examples, and hands-on exercises are interspersed to ensure students leave with the confidence to apply what they have learned to their own simulation models and analysis after the class. Students will be provided with the OptDef software and training materials in advance. Bringing a laptop with OptDef and AFSIM installed is recommended for students to fully participate in all training activities and to gain the most benefit from the course.
Once registered, refunds will not be granted, but course credit may be applied to a future training event or transferred to a colleague.
OptDef + AFSIM training is being offered as a 3-day course with lectures, examples, and hands-on exercises November 3rd-5th, 2026
This class will be offered at our Boulder, CO office, equipping defense modeling and simulation analysts with the skills to get the most from their AFSIM simulation models using the OptDef simulation optimization and analysis tool.
This training is focused on using OptDef with AFSIM. Throughout the class lectures, examples, and hands-on exercises are interspersed to ensure students leave with the confidence to apply what they have learned to their own simulation models and analysis after the class. Students will be provided with the OptDef software and training materials in advance. Bringing a laptop with OptDef and AFSIM installed is recommended for students to fully participate in all training activities and to gain the most benefit from the course.
Once registered, refunds will not be granted, but course credit may be applied to a future training event or transferred to a colleague.
Good to know
Highlights
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 8:15 AM
Refund Policy
Location
OptTek Systems, Inc
2241 17th Street
Boulder, CO 80302
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Agenda
0830 - 1630
Simulation Optimization Basics
How optimizing simulation models differs from mathematical programming, and basic concepts of metaheuristic search techniques
Model Preparation
How to create the hooks in AFSIM to allow wrapping and automated run management with OptDef