BCF 216 Applied Operating and Support Cost Analysis
 Description
See BCF 216V, Course converted to VILT only. The course covers the basic concepts and methodologies needed to develop operating and support (O&S) cost estimates. Emphasis is on the cost estimating techniques that are more commonly used in an O&S estimate; especially those that are not as widely used outside of an O&S estimate. Students will focus on understanding the elements of the O&S Cost Estimating Structure. The course culminates with students creating and justifying a small O&S estimate.
Objectives
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Target Attendees
Early and mid-career Cost Estimating professionals and mid to late career Logisticians. Also, anyone who is involved either directly or indirectly with the cost issues surrounding the usage, maintenance and serviceability of military equipment
Prerequisite(s)
Required: None
Predecessor Course(s) (Acceptable substitutes for meeting current course prerequisite and certification standards)
Predecessor Predecessor Course Title PDS Code Accepted Until
None None None None
Course Length
4.5 classroom days
Additional Course Information
Delivery Mode  Resident
Equivalent Courses  None
ACE Recommended Credits  YES
PDS Code  ZB5
Walk-ins Authorized  No
Pre-work required   No
First Offering  5/13/2019
Continuous Education Units  2.6
Continuous Learning Points 26 
Reservist Retirement Points 0  
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Fulfillment Eligible   N/A
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Notes
  • Registration for this course is RESTRICTED to DoD personnel only.
  • This course is heavy in the use of quantitative analysis methods. Competence in algebra and Microsoft Excel is essential.
  • Completion of ACQ 101, BCF 130 and 132 is strongly recommended.
  • Participants must provide and be familiar with a scientific calculator.