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MN3340 Requirements Management: From Capability Gap to Acquisition

Requirements Management: From Capability Gap to Acquisition emphasizes the critical role of requirements management in ensuring the successful delivery of capabilities to the warfighter. Through case studies, practical exercises, and discussions, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how capability gaps are identified, prioritized, and addressed through materiel and non-materiel solutions. Additionally, the course will cover the integration of requirements into the Warfighter Acquisition System (WAS) and the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.

Prerequisite

MN3331 or MN3221/MN3222 or MN3301 or permission of the instructor.

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

2

Course Learning Outcomes

Operational need requires a deliberate process to document problems to prioritize, act, and execute with urgency. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the Department of Defense (DoD) requirements process, focusing on the identification, validation, and resolution of capability gaps through the requirements process. Students will learn how to translate operational needs into actionable requirements, evaluate solutions using the DOTmLPF-P framework, and navigate the complex interplay between requirements, acquisition, and resourcing.


Instructional Framework / Broad Course Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the requirements process and its role in identifying and addressing capability gaps.
  • Apply the DOTmLPF-P framework to evaluate and recommend solutions.
  • Develop and validate capability documents that align with operational needs.
  • Conduct an Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) to assess potential solutions.
  • Integrate requirements into the Warfighting Acquisition System (WAS) and PPBE process.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective requirements management.
  • Identify challenges and implement best practices in requirements management.
  • Challenges and best practices in requirements management.


By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage requirements within the DoD, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational needs while balancing cost, schedule, and performance considerations.