ONLINE Advanced Simulation Methods
Monday, 15th - Thursday, 25th May 2023 (6 half-day sessions)
Within healthcare decision-making, cohort Markov models and decision trees are frequently used. However, in some situations, these are not the most appropriate modelling methods. This course provides an in-depth review of individual-level simulation rationale, techniques and methodologies with a particular focus on discrete event simulation and its practical application to inform healthcare decision-making. From the fundamentals of a basic model, the course will progress to modelling complex systems, verification and interpreting output, as well as exploring alternative software options.
What does the course deliver?
This course aims to provide participants with the skills required to be able to undertake simulation projects to a professional level. It will be both theoretically-based and practically-based, with the use of the Simul8 software package. It will cover the use of discrete-event simulation to assess the impact of alternative options within a local system with resource constraints and the use of patient-level simulation for health economic modelling.
Learning Objectives
1. To understand when discrete event simulation is useful
2. To be able to develop resource-constrained models within Simul8
3. To be able to develop individual level simulations for health economic evaluation
4. To understand how to validate and verify a Simul8 model
5. To interpret outputs from a simulation model
6. To be aware of alternative software packages that could be used for discrete event simulation
Who will benefit from this course?
This course is primarily for health economic modellers who want to broaden their skill base, as well as healthcare decision-makers who would like to understand more about patient-level simulation and when it might be useful.
Participants must have a basic level of knowledge of health economic modelling in order to follow the course.
Course Content
Session 1 - Introduction to discrete Event Simulation
Session 2 & 3 - Buidling a DES using Simul8: a constrained-resource case study
Session 3 - Verification and validation of DES models
Session 4 - Cost-effectiveness of interventions: individual level modelling
Session 5 - Interpretation of simulation output
Session 6 - Individual level modelling - alternatives to Simul8
The course will be taught using a mixture of live sessions, pre-recorded materials plus exercises to be completed between sessions.
Faculty
- Hazel Squires, is the current course leader for this ScHARR short course.
- Matt Stevenson
- Sarah Davis
- Dan Pollard
- Dates and times
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This course will take place over 6 half days, from 15th - 25th May 2023, plus some exercises to be completed between sessions, as follows:
SESSION DATE TIME Session 1 Monday, 15th May 2023 12:30 - 15:00 (GMT) Exercise to complete Between Session 1 and Session 2 In own time Session 2 Wednesday, 17th May 2023 12:00 - 14:00 (GMT) Exercise to complete Between Session 2 and Session 3 In own time Session 3 Thursday, 18th May 2023 12:00 - 16:15 (GMT) Session 4 Monday, 22nd May 2023 12:00 - 15:15 (GMT) Exercise to complete Between Session 4 and Session 5 In own time Session 5 Wednesday, 24th May 2023 12:00 - 14:45 (GMT) Exercise to complete Between Session 5 and Session 6 In own time Session 6 Thursday, 25th May 2023 12:00 - 14:45 (GMT) You must be able to attend all sessions, and complete the exercises between sessions to fully complete the course.
If you cannot attend this intake and would like to be contacted once the next intake has been confirmed and/or be kept up to date with booking deadlines, please complete the google form below with your details: - Fees
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The fee for this ONLINE delivered course is £599 per person.
Current UOS Staff/Students
Current members of University of Sheffield staff and current University of Sheffield students are eligible to book this course at the reduced rate of £499. An active @sheffield.ac.uk email address is required to book at this reduced rate.
If the University of Sheffield is paying your fees and they would prefer to be invoiced/internal transfer, an internal purchase order will need to be processed before making your online booking. Please contact your department administrator/finance team/course administrator, if you are unsure of how to do this.
- Booking and payment
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This course is now live on our online store and currently accepting bookings:
NB: Payment or purchase order details are required at the time of booking.
If you cannot attend this intake and would like to be contacted once the next intake has been confirmed and/or be kept up to date with booking deadlines, please complete the google form below with your details:Payments
Payment can be made via credit/debit card, PayPal or via company invoice (provided a purchase order can be provided at the time of booking).If your employer is paying your fees, and they would prefer to be invoiced, please ensure you have your purchase order details before making your booking. Wherever possible please also email an electronic copy of your company purchase order to scharr-scu@sheffield.ac.uk.
Current UOS Staff/Students
Current members of University of Sheffield staff and current University of Sheffield students are eligible to book this course at the reduced rate of £499. An active @sheffield.ac.uk email address is required to book at this reduced rate.
If the University of Sheffield is paying your fees and they would prefer to be invoiced/internal transfer, an internal purchase order will need to be processed before making your online booking. Please contact your department administrator/finance team/course administrator, if you are unsure of how to do this.
Difficulties making your booking?
If you are having difficulties making your Online Store booking, please contact the Online Store directly at onlinestore@sheffield.ac.uk, in the first instance.
If you are still having difficulties, or require any further assistance please contact the Short Course Unit at scharr-scu@sheffield.ac.uk. - Course delivery
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This course will take place ONLINE via the University’s ‘Blackboard’ platform, over 6 x half day sessions plus some self-directed learning between sessions.
Participants must have a basic level of knowledge of health economic modelling in order to follow the course.
Online delivery via University’s Blackboard platform:
- Reliable and stable internet connection.
- A PC or Laptop with a mouse (a USB mouse is recommended for ease of completing exercises in-class).
- Webcam and microphone (preferably a USB Headset)
- A quiet room where there will be no/minimal disruption.
- Ability to access Google applications e.g. Google Sites
- Ability to download Simul8 software (details will be provided)
The course will be taught using a mixture of live sessions, pre-recorded materials plus exercises to be completed between sessions.
- Contact
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For further information please do not hesitate to contact us:
Email at scharr-scu@sheffield.ac.uk.
Tel: 0114 222 2968
If you cannot attend this intake and would like to be contacted once the next intake has been confirmed and/or be kept up to date with booking deadlines, please complete the google form below with your details:
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it is up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research, funding changes, professional accreditation requirements, student or employer feedback, outcomes of reviews, and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
Information last updated: 16 January 2023