©2002 CSU, Chico Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

ECE 397C: Discrete Modeling and Simulation
Spring Semester, 2002

Instructor: Dr. Zenor contact information

Class Schedule:

Lecture

MWF

2:00-2:50 PM

OCNL 121

Textbook:

Discrete-Event System Simulation, 2nd Ed., Banks, Carson, and Nelson, Prentice-Hall

VHDL reference, TBA

Topics:

Review of the concepts of modeling and simulation

Different modeling approaches including discrete-time and continuous-time models. Examples of applications using different model types.

Classes of discrete models: static, or Monte Carlo models, dynamic models. Deterministic and stochastic models.

Methodology for implementation of discrete simulations: event scheduling, time advancement algorithms.

Mathematical approaches to discrete modeling, and statistical tools for analyzing modeling results. Random number generation.

Model validation and verification.

Statistical models for estimating the effects of design alternatives.

Programming tools for discrete modeling, including GPSS, SLX, VHDL.

Use of VHDL for models of computer systems and system components.

Homework:

Due date will be specified for each assignment. Late assignments will receive a reduced grade. All homework and programs must be submitted to pass the course.

Exams:

One mid-term and one final exam.

Grading Policy:

Exam grades will be normalized to ensure that the weighted average for each exam is equal to all others.

Class Participation and attendance	20%
Homework and Programs	40%
Midterm	20%
Final Exam	20%

Attendance Policy:

Roll will be taken at the beginning of each class and attendance is a major factor into the grading.

Any student who has more than two unexcused absences during the semester will fail the course.