OPUS10 Basic Course
The OPUS10 Basic Course is an introduction to spare parts management and the foundational skills for using OPUS10 for spare parts optimization across US defense and aerospace programs. This hands-on training course is designed for defense professionals who need practical OPUS10 skills applied to DoD logistics and sustainment scenarios - from readiness-based sparing and multi-echelon supply chain modeling to PBL contract support. Virtual North America sessions run throughout the year in the EST time zone, with a maximum of 8 participants per session.
OPUS10 Basic Course for US Defense and Aerospace Professionals
What You Will Learn in the OPUS10 Basic Course
By the end of the OPUS10 Basic Course, participants will be able to:
Model Maintenance Breakdown Structures (MBS) and Logistics Support Organizations (LSO) aligned to US defense program structures, including organic and Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) arrangements
Model stock and repair policies within multi-echelon LSOs, including CONUS and OCONUS supply chain configurations relevant to US military programs
Understand OPUS10's role in lifecycle cost analysis under DoD acquisition programs and its application to PBL contract performance baselines
Handle uncertainty in input data - failure rates, prices, and lead times - as encountered in early-phase DoD program planning and LSA work
Understand the Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) OPUS10 calculates: operational availability (Ao), risk of shortage, backorders, and readiness-based sparing targets aligned to DoD thresholds and objectives
Run OPUS10 and produce customized reports for US defense program deliverables and CDRLs
Identify when OPUS10 is the right tool for a given DoD sustainment analysis task
The course may also introduce more advanced topics including:
Level of Repair Analysis (LORA/LORA-XT) as applied in US DoD maintenance planning and MIL-HDBK-1390 compliance
Import and export of data between OPUS10 and LSAR tools, ERP systems, and DoD-standard databases including Raytheon EAGLE and ISS SLICwave
Who Should Attend the OPUS10 Training Course
The OPUS10 Basic Course is designed for US defense and aerospace professionals including:
Logisticians and supply chain analysts working on DoD acquisition or sustainment programs
ILS managers and LSA analysts at defense prime contractors and subcontractors
US military program office personnel responsible for sparing, readiness, or sustainment planning
Engineers and analysts who are new to OPUS10 and need a structured foundation in the tool's capabilities
No prior OPUS10 experience is required. A working familiarity with defense logistics, maintenance concepts, or supply chain principles is beneficial but not a prerequisite.
Course Structure and Format
The OPUS10 Basic Course is a workshop for a maximum of 8 participants. It combines instruction with hands-on calculations and direct use of OPUS10 on realistic defense logistics scenarios. Participants work at their own pace, supported by the instructor throughout.
Participants are eligible for a 15 percent discount on the course price if their organization holds an OPUS10, SIMLOX, or CATLOC support agreement.
OPUS10 Basic Course Locations and Scheduling
The OPUS10 Basic Course runs regularly in the following formats for US-based attendees:
Virtual, North America (EST) - multiple sessions per year, accessible to US defense professionals without travel
In-person at Systecon offices and other locations in the US and internationally
Registration must be completed at least two weeks in advance. Cancellations made four weeks or more before the course receive a full refund. Contact Systecon North America for scheduling and registration.
OPUS10 Basic Course: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the OPUS10 basic course designed for in the US?
The OPUS10 Basic Course is designed for US defense and aerospace professionals who need practical skills in spare parts optimization and OPUS10 modeling. This includes ILS analysts, DoD program office logisticians, supply chain engineers, and defense contractor personnel working on sustainment programs for Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps platforms.
Does the OPUS10 training course cover US DoD supply chain and sparing scenarios?
Yes. The course exercises address multi-echelon supply chain structures, readiness-based sparing requirements, and availability measures of effectiveness directly aligned to US DoD sustainment planning. Participants work through scenarios involving Maintenance Breakdown Structures, Logistics Support Organizations, and Measures of Effectiveness including operational availability and risk of shortage.
Is the OPUS10 course available to US-based attendees online or in person?
Yes. Virtual North America sessions run throughout the year in the EST time zone, making the OPUS10 Basic Course accessible to US defense professionals without travel. In-person sessions are also available at select US and international locations. Contact Systecon North America for the current schedule and upcoming dates.
What prior knowledge is needed to take the OPUS10 basic course?
No prior OPUS10 experience is required. The course introduces spare parts management concepts from the ground up before progressing to hands-on OPUS10 modeling. A working familiarity with defense logistics, maintenance concepts, or supply chain principles is beneficial but not a prerequisite for attendance.
How does the OPUS10 course apply to US military readiness-based sparing requirements?
The course covers how to model availability thresholds and objectives aligned to DoD readiness targets, how to interpret the Cost/Efficiency (C/E) curve, and how to produce OPUS10 outputs that support readiness-based sparing decisions. These skills apply directly to Army, Navy, and Air Force sustainment program requirements and PBL contract baselines.
