Operations Research - Logistics Analysis - Curriculum 361

Program Officer

Matt Geiser, CDR, USN

Code GB, Ingersoll Hall, Room 219A

[phone], DSN 756-3953

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Academic Associate

Steven E. Pilnick, Ph.D.

Glasgow Hall, Room 291

[phone], DSN 756-2283

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Brief Overview

This program provides education in mathematics and computation, probability and statistics, data analysis, simulation, optimization as foundation for logistics operations analysis.

Requirements for Entry

A baccalaureate degree with above-average grades is required. Completion of mathematics through single variable differential and integral calculus with above-average grades is considered minimal preparation. Students without these quantitative prerequisites will be accepted in cases where their undergraduate records indicate that they are exceptional students and there are other indicators of potential. An academic profile code (APC) of 235 is required. Waivers will be considered for an APC of 345.

Convenes

Fall, Spring

Degree

Requirements for the Master of Science in Operations Research degree are met en route to satisfy the Educational Skill Requirements of the curriculum.

Alternatively, the Master of Operational Analysis (Warfare) degree may be awarded in lieu of the Master of Science in Operations Research. The Department Chair's approval is required for all programs leading to this degree. Applications to include the Master of Operational Analysis (Warfare) degree in dual master's programs will not be approved.

Subspecialty

Completion of this curriculum qualifies an officer as an Operations Research Logistics Analysis (ORLA) Subspecialist with a subspecialty code of 3212P. The community manager for this subspecialty is BUPERS-316, the Director of Supply Corps Officer Community Management.

Typical Subspecialty Jobs

Joint Chiefs of Staff: Joint Logistics Planning, Mobility Analyst

OPNAV: Operational Logistics Analyst, Logistics Assessment

Fleet Forces Command: Readiness Analyst

Naval Supply Systems Command, Weapons Systems Support: Operations Research Director, Analyst

Defense Logistics Agency: Operations Research Analyst

TRANSCOM: Operations and Plans Officer, Sealift Analyst

Afloat Staffs: Logistics Planning Officer

Typical Course of Study (with JPME)

Quarter 1

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
MO2180	Mathematical Foundations for Operations Research		4	1
OA2801	Computational Methods for Operations Research		4	1
OA3101	Probability		4	1
OA2600	Principles of Operations Analysis		4	0

Quarter 2

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
OA3102	Statistics		4	2
OA3201	Linear Programming		4	0
OA3301	Stochastic Models I		4	0
OA3801	Computational Methods for Operations Research II		3	1

Quarter 3

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
OA3103	Data Analysis		4	1
OA4202	Network Flows and Graphs		4	0
OA4301	Stochastic Models II		4	0
OA3302	Simulation-Modeling		4	0

Quarter 4

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
OA4106	Advanced Data Analysis		3	1
OA4333	Simulation Analysis		4	0
OA3501	Inventory I		4	0
OA4201	Nonlinear Programming.		4	0

Quarter 5 (First eight weeks)

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
OA3802	Computational Methods for Data Analytics		4	0
OA4655	Introduction to Joint Combat Modeling		4	0
OA4801	Spreadsheet Modeling for Military Operations Research		3	2
OA3900	Workshop in Operations Research/Systems Analysis		V	0
	(Last three weeks) Experience Tour/Thesis Research

Quarter 6

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
OA3611	Principles of Operational Logistics		4	0
OA4702	Cost Estimation		4	0
NW3230	Strategy and War		4	2
OA0810	Thesis Research for Operations Analysis Students		0	8

Quarter 7

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
OA4613	Energy Logistics in Warfare Operations		4	0
NW3285	Theater Security Decision Making		4	0
NW3275	Joint Maritime Operations - part 1		4	0
OA0810	Thesis Research for Operations Analysis Students		0	8

Quarter 8

Course Number	Title	Credits	Lecture Hours	Lab Hours
OA4602	Joint Campaign Analysis		4	0
OA3304	Decision Theory		4	0
NW3276	Joint Maritime Operations - part 2		2	2
OA0810	Thesis Research for Operations Analysis Students		0	8

Educational Skill Requirements (ESR)

Operations Research Logistics Analysis - Curriculum 361

Subspecialty Code 3212P

1. Basics: The graduate will possess the mathematical and computing skills to support quantitative analysis.
2. Modeling Uncertainty: The graduate will be well-versed in applications of probability and, statistics, and their applications to Operations Research (OR) problems.
3. Optimization: The graduate will be able to formulate and solve a wide variety of optimization problems and also be conversant with the major uses of such models in DoD and the private sector.
4. Stochastic Modeling: The graduate will be able to formulate and solve problems involving stochastic processes (processes with uncertainty over time) and be familiar with major applications of such models.
5. Simulation: The graduate will be able to construct and utilize Discrete Event and Monte Carlo simulations of combat and other processes, particularly logistics themed, evolving in time, and will be able to deal with statistical issues associated with the need for replication.
6. Analysis of Military Operations: The graduate will be familiar with US, Allied and potential enemy capabilities, and will be able to model and analyze joint military operations using OR techniques. The graduate will also be able to develop and evaluate new tactical and logistics concepts for the range of operations from humanitarian assistance/disaster relief to combat.
7. Joint Logistics Analysis: The graduate will understand naval supply systems and joint operational logistics, and will be able to use quantitative analysis techniques in all aspects of logistics support.
8. Systems Analysis: The graduate will understand the principles and applications of be able to apply systems analysis concepts as a basis for making key decisions on force requirements, weapon systems, and other defense problems.
9. Practice: The graduate will have gained experience working on all aspects of an analytical study, to include completing a formal thesis as a demonstration of their independent analytical capability and proficiency in presenting results both via briefings and in writing.

Curriculum Sponsor and ESR Approval Authority

The Major Area Sponsor (MAS) for the Operations Research Logistics Analysis subspecialty is Deputy Chief of Naval Operations, Fleet Readiness and Logistics (N4). The designated Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Operations Research Logistics Analysis curriculum is Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command. The Curriculum and ESR approval authority is Deputy Chief of Naval Operations, Warfighting Development (OPNAV N7). (ORLA Curriculum Review conducted 21 August 2024.)