Alion and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Partner to Offer Online Modeling and Simulation Courses

Business Wire, Feb 12, 2008

Certificate Program Will Provide Training on Applying M&S to Military and Business Challenges

MCLEAN, Va. -- Alion Science and Technology and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, of Daytona Beach, FL, have partnered to offer online courses to train military and business users on the uses and benefits of modeling and simulation.

The first course, "Introduction to Modeling and Simulation," is now available online. The course presents basic terms, concepts and organizations related to modeling and simulation (M&S). It is designed for any newcomer to the field of M&S, and it provides examples of solutions that can be adapted for many situations, whether military or business-oriented. The curriculum also includes information on the Department of Defense M&S organization's vision and strategy; M&S interoperability; and the Verification, Validation and Accreditation (VV&A) process.

The ultimate goal is to offer six courses leading to an Embry-Riddle noncredit certificate. The courses address both military and civilian uses of modeling and simulation. The curriculum at Embry-Riddle covers the operation, engineering, research, manufacturing, marketing and management of modern aircraft and the systems that support them. "What's unique about these modeling and simulation courses is that they are being offered to technical and non-technical people, both within the Department of Defense and within industry," said Sue Archer, Alion Senior Vice President and Manager of the Operational Solutions Group.

"Our Worldwide Campus provides instruction through more than 130 campus locations in the United States, Europe, Canada and the Middle East and through online learning," said Thorsten Hisam, director of Embry-Riddle's Office of Professional Education. "We are excited to partner with Alion Science and Technology to help bring modeling and simulation expertise to a global audience via the Internet."

Alion has taught modeling and simulation courses at U.S. colleges and universities for several years. The relationship with Embry-Riddle allows for asynchronous learning at a student's own pace.

"The Embry-Riddle/Alion team combines Embry-Riddle's world-class expertise in aviation and aerospace education and Alion's extensive experience in teaching modeling and simulation, developed through over 1,300 presentations to over 13,000 students since 1997. This online M&S education opportunity will allow students worldwide to become familiar with the terminology, concepts, strengths, and limitations of M&S from the comfort of their homes or offices," said Alion's Sue Archer.

Students can register for the "Intro to M&S Course" via the Embry-Riddle Web site at www.embryriddle.edu/professionaleducation or call Al Astbury at (866) 574-9125.

About Alion Science and Technology

Alion Science and Technology (pronounced: ah-LYE-un) is an employee-owned technology solutions company delivering technical expertise and operational support to the Department of Defense, civilian government agencies and commercial customers. Building on 70 years of R&D and engineering experience, Alion brings innovation and insight to multiple business areas: defense operations; modeling & simulation; wireless communication; industrial technology; chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; information technology; and naval architecture and marine engineering. Based in McLean, Virginia, Alion has employee-owners at major offices, customer sites and laboratories worldwide. For more information, call 877.771.6252 or visit Alion online at www.alionscience.com.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world's largest, fully accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace, offers more than 30 degree programs in its colleges of Arts and Sciences, Aviation, Business, and Engineering. The university educates more than 34,000 students annually in undergraduate and graduate programs at residential campuses in Prescott, Ariz., Daytona Beach, Fla., and Worldwide at more than 130 locations in the United States, Canada, Europe and the Middle East, and through online learning.

Embry-Riddle Worldwide began in 1970 as a branch of the Daytona Beach Campus at Ft. Rucker, Alabama with 20 students, primarily military working adults. Since then, the program has become one of the largest off-campus, regionally-accredited colleges in the United States, with over 45,000 alumni. The Worldwide organization educates more than 27,000 students through classroom, online or hybrid undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs.

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