Verification and validation of simulation models

This paper discusses verification and validation of simulation models. The different approaches to deciding model validity are described; how model verification and validation relate to the model development process is specified; various validation techniques are defined; conceptual model validity,...

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Main Author: Sargent, R.G.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Application software
Cost function
Decision making
Problem-solving
Random variables
Testing
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Summary:This paper discusses verification and validation of simulation models. The different approaches to deciding model validity are described; how model verification and validation relate to the model development process is specified; various validation techniques are defined; conceptual model validity, model verification, operational validity, and data validity are discussed; ways to document results are given; and a recommended procedure is presented.
DOI:10.1109/WSC.1994.717077