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Learning Simio for Academics

Use these easily accessible resources to learn how to use Simio

Initial Learning Resources

These are the first resources that you should tap to learn how to use Simio.

Introduction to Simio Video Module

This 6-part video module introduces you to Simio modeling by building an initial model in a step-by-step manner.

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Resources Within Simio

There are several easily available resources for learning to use Simio. From the Simio application itself, the following are very useful – all accessed from the Support Ribbon:

  • Simio Help
  • SimBits
  • Example Models
  • Expression Reference Guide

Free Textbooks

Simio funds the development and maintenance of two academic textbooks designed for use in an introductory undergraduate or graduate simulation course.

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Jeffrey S. Smith and David T. Sturrock

Simio and Simulation – Modeling, Analysis, Applications – 7th Edition

This seventh edition explains how to use simulation to make better business decisions in application domains from healthcare to mining, heavy manufacturing to supply chains, and everything in between. It is written to help both technical and non-technical users better understand the concepts and usefulness of simulation. It can be…
Free E-Book
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Jeffrey A. Joines and Michael E. Kuhl

Simulation Modeling with SIMIO: A Workbook – 5th Edition

This edition of this workbook maintains the successful “participatory” style introduced in the first edition. You don’t sit and read the book without a computer loaded with SIMIO (the book was created using version 16.255 of SIMIO™). We expect your active participation in using SIMIO as you turn the pages….
Free E-Book

Other Learning Resources

Simio YouTube Channel

Simio maintains a YouTube Channel that includes over 400 videos with topics including full Simio Sync presentations, feature reviews, student projects, and tips/techniques.

Simio YouTube Channel

Learning Simio Lab Series

The Learning Simio Lab Series is a 14-module video series designed to serve as the laboratory component to an undergraduate simulation course. The series is several years old and uses an older version of Simio (so the application will look a little different), but the concepts and techniques are still relevant, and this is an excellent place to learn the fundamentals of Simio.

Learning Simio Lab Series

Simio User Forums and Insiders

The Simio User Forums include threaded discussion forums divided by topic.

Simio User Forums

Simio Insiders

Simio Insiders forum provides access to pre-release Simio versions and discussion forums that are accessible only to approved users.

Simio Insiders