FAM is Initial Skills Training for military and civilian acquisition professionals. This course provides a foundation in project management, an overview of Department of the Air Force acquisition processes, and soft skills (e.g. critical thinking and emotional intelligence). Students will get hands- on experience building an acquisition strategy, schedule, cost estimate, a budget, and more using our unique acquisition simulation. Project management skills taught: WBS, scheduling, cost estimation, risk management, EVM, systems engineering, digital materiel management, and more. Acquisition lessons include: Adaptive Acquisition Framework, FAR/contracting, PPB&E, lifecycle logistics, JCIDS, modifications, FMS, ethics and more.

The overall goal for the Fundamentals of Project Management 101 FPM101 course is to provide students with a basic understanding of the project management framework, best practices and methods of application for key knowledge areas of project management. FPM101 introduces the student to project management by using a variety of DoD and industry standards notably the Project Management Book of Knowledge PMBOK. While DoD and Air Force examples and policies are introduced and discussed, the course largely presents project management best practices as opposed to defense acquisition policies.

In this virtual course, student will learn and apply people skills and technical skills that project managers need to be successful during project planning. This course takes three weeks to complete, requiring an average of 20 hours each week, and is designed to fit into a student's work schedule. The first two weeks, students will complete lessons individually on topics such as comparative analysis, emotional intelligence, risk management, critical path management, and earned value management. Students can complete these lessons when it works best for them, while also meeting quiz due dates. During the third week, students will use MS Teams during daily half-day sessions 1200-1600 EST, where they will work within groups to complete a project simulation. This simulation will apply course lessons learned, and will require different project outputs and presentation of material to course instructors for feedback. This class is a fulfillment for DAU PMT 0140 and 2570 required for PM Practitioner certification, DAU PMT 0120, 0130, and 0170 required for PM Advanced certification, along with DAU EVM 263.

The overall goal for the course is to provide students with the tools, techniques, and best practices to successfully evaluate project / program health forecast cost, schedule, and performance to a reasonable level of confidence and make decisions and recommendations on how to proceed based on the health and forecast information.

Industry Standard Project Management is a 4-day course taught as an on-site offering or virtual synchronous offering. The primary goal of the course is to enable AF/DoD personnel involved in the management of projects to become better Project/Program Managers. Students will become familiar with a global industry standard in project management and be encouraged to improve project performance through a tailored application of these industry processes, tools and techniques to their AF/DoD projects. While doing this, we will prepare you to take the PMP Exam. This course fulfills the 35 hours of PM instruction required to sit for the PMP Exam. We look forward to meeting you in class!

This course is required for all civilian and military Science and Technology Managers in AFRL. It is designed to give students the tools they need to plan and execute S&T programs. The course presents tailored information on the S&T program lifecycle, each functional management area, and technology transition. The course content is based on the latest policy, guidance, and best practices. JUSTIFICATON: AFRL has determined that their S&T workforce needs fundamental insights and a working knowledge of S&T program management as it currently exists in the laboratory acquisition process. TARGET AUDIENCE: Scientists, Engineers and Program Managers in AFRL and their supervisors.

A broad two-day survey of basic reliability principles with emphasis on the acquisition life cycle, including how reliability affects cost, schedule, and performance. Focus is on using a proactive system reliability design approach and how to monitor improvements through management-led reliability growth programs. Mathematical topics are limited to basic concepts necessary to understand how reliability affects acquisition decisions. The course includes instructor led demonstrations and some in-class student assignments. Note: this course is aimed at the general acquisition workforce and is not a prerequisite to or a substitute for REL310. Students wanting a more in- depth technical discussion of reliability should consider REL310 or WKSP 0695 where applicable.

Design of Experiments (DOE) is a powerful test methodology recommended by DoD leadership for the development and implementation of rigorous Test and Evaluation (T&E) programs. This course, designed for all DoD personnel, provides foundational understanding of essential DOE techniques and complementary best practices for comprehensive experimental planning, with emphasis on both statistical and non-quantitative elements. Graduates will gain immediate skills for increased engagement within test planning teams, whose ultimate goal is an efficient and effective approach for understanding system performance and delivering quality information to decision makers.

The SYS110 course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of data management and the importance of the data management function in an integrated product team (IPT). Topics covered include the following: Evaluating data requirements to achieve the goal of"minimum essential" being placed on contract. Ensuring the data being ordered are legally binding (authorized Data Item Descriptions) properly called out on the Contract Requirements List (DD Form 1423). Coordinating the data order through a data review process to achieve an accurate order tailored down to fit the program. Planning for and developing a Government Concept of Operations for an Integrated Digital Environment (IDE).

The purpose of this course is to provide students fundamental knowledge to begin understanding Air Force (AF) Life Cycle Risk Management (LCRM). Fundamental knowledge includes basic definitions required to understand LCRM jargon, comparisons of LCRM taxonomy with other risk management taxonomies, and an overview of the AF LCRM process and guidance. After completing this course, students will know the DOD definition of LCRM; comprehend the differences between the DOD LCRM taxonomy and other popular taxonomies; know the steps in the AF LCRM process; comprehend the intent of each step; and know AF policy on reporting Risk and performing LCRM.

This self-paced, web-based course introduces students to the importance of applying SE to acquisition and sustainment programs, provides an overview of SE concepts and process elements, and describes the interactions between SE and other functional areas.

***COMPLETION OF SYS 118, INTRODUCTION TO LIFE CYCLE RISK MANAGEMENT, IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BEFORE ATTENDING THIS COURSE*** This course covers the basics of acquisition/program risk and how to effectively manage risk throughout a program's life cycle to achieve program goals within cost and schedule constraints. New DoD and Air Force regulations and guidance related to Life Cycle Risk Management (LCRM) are covered. The five-step LCRM process is introduced and tools and techniques associated with this process are explained. Students work in simulated Integrated Product Teams on a real-world acquisition exercise to apply these techniques to help reinforce the concepts and importance of program risk management.

This course is designed to provide an overview and awareness of Air Force Acquisition and Sustainment subjects. It provides students with the latest on the Air Force Materiel management, Grand Strategies, the Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics Life Cycle Management System, informing Air Force capabilities through Acquisition Intelligence, Development planning, Test and Evaluation, and Human Systems Integration. The course discusses the current acquisition and logistics environment, Foreign Military Sales, Operational Imperatives, Supply Chain Risk Management, and the 12 Integrated Product Support Elements, among other relevant topics. Learn how AFMC initiatives ultimately support for the warfighter!

Acquisition and sustainment personnel are introduced to SE concepts, tools, and processes including Digital Engineering, MOSA, and Agile. The activities for implementing and managing the SE process across the system life cycle and the interactions between SE and other functional areas are discussed. Exercises/scenarios give students the opportunity to apply SE tools in a team setting.

This course is an outstanding opportunity to learn or refresh on issues and initiatives impacting experienced acquisition and support professionals. Topics vary from class to class, in part to reflect the most recent changes, but also to accommodate the schedules of expert guest speakers. The course enables students to listen to and engage with the experts, there is generally a different speaker or facilitator for each topic presented. The course is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn from one another as they gather together from different functions, jobs, bases, and backgrounds to share knowledge and experience during roundtable discussions. Students thus benefit from exposure to the wide range of current topics in the acquisition and support arenas, helping to assess the impacts to their roles and responsibilities.

WKLCL110 is intended to introduce the principles and practices associated with Department of the Air Force Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM). The purpose of the workshop is to help develop a broader and more comprehensive understanding of how Air Force supply chains may be at risk, and to increase awareness of the emerging capabilities available to mitigate such risks. Areas of focus include supply chain basics, factors influencing supply chain risk, SCRM definition and relationship to other risk methodologies, the SCRM assessment process, and supply chain risks and mitigation tools & techniques.

This 4-hour MS Teams instructor-led workshop introduces the generations that make up today's DAF and how each generation prefers to communicate.

This workshop equips you with the knowledge and skills to excel in the evolving landscape of digital materiel management (DMM), aligning with critical Department of Defense (DoD) modernization initiatives to rapidly deliver scaled digital capabilities. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the "what," "who," and "how" of DMM, with a particular focus on the pressing cultural shift required to transition from traditional document-based systems to a model-based approach in acquisition systems engineering and program management. This transformation is essential for all functional areas involved in the acquisition lifecycle, ensuring a cohesive, integrated framework for modern defense procurement and lifecycle management.

This workshop will provide a powerful framework for designing and analyzing complex systems. Participants will gain a strong foundational knowledge of Model- Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) along with the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) and how they work within the DoD to reform its acquisition processes in order to acquire, deliver, and iterate on our weapon and business systems.

This workshop will help you to rapidly deliver scaled digital capabilities as you apply the three pillars of MBSE – methods, languages, and tools. Using hands-on exercises, you will learn how to create and use a system model by implementing the Object-Oriented System Engineering Method (OOSEM) to generate a descriptive model of a military system using SysML and the CATIA Magic Systems of Systems Architect (formerly Cameo Systems Modeler) tool. Software access will be provided, but participants are encouraged to maximize the use of existing authorities using their Launchpad account.

This hands-on workshop equips participants with the skills to apply advanced analysis techniques—such as parametric modeling, trade studies, and Monte Carlo assessments—to representative military systems using SysML and the CATIA Magic Systems of Systems Architect (formerly Cameo Systems Modeler). Emphasizing practical, scalable, and mission- relevant methods, this course enables participants to develop adaptable digital models that enhance decision- making, improve system performance, and support the rapid evolution of defense capabilities in a dynamic technological landscape. Software access will be provided, but participants are encouraged to maximize the use of existing authorities using their Launchpad account.

A high level introduction to the agile approach and how it is applied to agile software development. An overview of scrum highlights the application of the agile iterative and incremental approach. This introduction goes a step further to outline the implementation of DevOps and the application of security measures to DevOps, which results in DevSecOps.

Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability RAM play important roles in the design, development, test, use, and maintenance of modern weapon systems and thus their total ownership costs. This workshop builds on conceptual foundations introduced in REL 210 but concentrates more on the application of statistical and other quantitative methods and tools. Instructor led lectures will be followed by participates solving a number of representative real-world problems using provided software. Graduates will gain critical understanding, experience, and skills needed to effectively manage RAM in their respective acquisition processes. This workshop is open to all acquisition professionals meeting the prerequisites.

Frustrated by the process? Feel powerless to make positive impacts? Then this is the workshop for you! Students will apply critical thinking skills to analyze real- world scenarios using the Harvard Case Study method. Students will learn how to evaluate program plans, identify programmatic traps, and create improved acquisition outcomes despite the bureaucratic hurdles they may face.

This workshop introduces participants to the nature of the electromagnetic spectrum (spectrum) and how it is a limited resource that is essential to operations for virtually all Air Force systems and programs. At the conclusion of the workshop, participants will have an appreciation for the need and means to engage AFMC spectrum management personnel from the very inception of a program through its ultimate conclusion.

Students are placed in a gaming environment with exposure to DAFI 63- 101/20-101 in efforts to recognize the Integrated Life Cycle Management guidelines/procedures for those DAF program managers (PMs) who manage systems, subsystems, end-items, services, and activities procured under the Defense Acquisition System. Learning Outcome: Improved familiarity with the contents of DAFI 63-101/20- 101.

To provide students with the How to to develop an Independent Government Cost Estimate (ICGE) using critical thinking to determine all the considerations based on the Service being acquired, the market research conducted, and all associated cost elements (direct and indirect) and data sources needed and used to develop comprehensive IGCEs.

This workshop introduces Professional Services Acquisition and goes over personal versus non-personal services, inherently governmental functions, conflicts of interest, contract types, and a brief overview of the 7-step process for services acquisition.

This workshop highlights introductory information on Stakeholder Identification and Analysis techniques for multi- function teams in a Professional Services Acquisition environment.

This workshop covers gathering techniques for building requirements for Professional Services Acquisition contracts.

This workshop covers techniques for writing requirement task statements, standards, and thresholds, and goes over ways for prioritizing, verifying and validating those requirements for Professional Services Acquisition contracts.

This workshop highlights the basics of Risk Management including risk identification, risk analysis, and risk handling options in a Professional Services Acquisition environment.

This workshop introduces the 5-steps to creating a cost estimate, cost estimating methodologies, and calculating a fully burdened labor rate for Professional Services Acquisition contracts.

This workshop discusses strategies for aligning performance requirements with effective contractor surveillance techniques, creating a Services Summary and QASP, methods of surveillance, and remedies to correct performance for Professional Services contracts.

The Kick-off Meeting Workshop provides foundational knowledge on conducting a Kick-off Meeting. Provides students with an understanding of the inner workings of hosting a kick-off meeting such as the purpose, agenda, pre-meeting with Govt only MFT, executing the meeting and post meeting actions items.

The Transition Planning Workshop provides foundational knowledge on the actions taken during the Transition Plan phase. Provides students with an understanding of the actions taken during a contract transit phase: Roles and responsibilities of the multifunctional team, types of transitions, pre-award & post-award activities, tracking and reporting the transition, risks management during transition, and lessons learned.

Post Award Services Management: Incentives and Award Fee Contracts is one in a series of Post Award Services Performance Management workshops that will highlight the understanding of managing incentive and award fee contracts and how changing the incentive structure can affect the contractor performance. It will connect managing performance to the annual CPAR.

Managing Contract Changes workshop provides foundational knowledge of how contract changes work. The workshop discusses roles and responsibilities for making a contract change and the process involved for a contract change/modification. The workshop discusses how to make a request for a change, document the change, what analysis needs to be conducted, what policies are followed and the award of the change/modification.

Risk Management workshop provides foundational knowledge of managing risk on a Services contract. The workshop identifies the importance of risk management to your contract and why we do risk management. The lesson provides examples, methods & theories of risk management, applying risk analysis and mitigation handling techniques during the life of the contract.

Quality Assurance workshop provides foundational knowledge of understanding quality assurance on a services contract. The workshop walks students through the process of conducting surveillance on services. Discussion of the roles and responsibilities of the Multifunctional Team, policies and procedures, conducting contractor surveillance and identifying the COR’s role/ latitude / importance of managing service contracts as well as how the PWS and QASP are used in the quality assurance process.

Budget Workshop provides the foundational knowledge of the Budget process. The workshop highlights: the roles and responsibilities of the MFT in the budget process, Budget Descriptions, the POM/Budget process from appropriation to expenditure, understanding burn rates and the effect on your contract, developing an IGCE for modifications, the color of money, and estimating cost at completion of the contract.

CDRLs (Contract Data Requirements Lists) workshop provides foundational knowledge on the purpose and use of CDRLs on a Service contract. The workshop discusses: CDRL application, how to read a CDRL and DID, how to tie in your CDRLs into the CPAR, PWS and QASP, Data Rights, Alternatives to the standard CDRL format and tools and guidance’s to aid you back in your office.

PMR (Program Management Review) workshop provides foundational knowledge on how to conduct a Services PMR. The workshop discusses what the purpose of conducting a PMR is, how it differs from a weapon system/supply PMR, what questions you should ask a Multifunctional Team when developing the PMR, suggested agenda topics and metrics to use for supporting your PMR message and how to conduct a Wrap-up to the meeting.