ACQ 203: Intermediate Systems Acquisition, Part B (ACQ 203)
Issued by
Defense Acquisition University
The course provides acquisition professionals with the skills and knowledge to work in integrated product teams by providing an overview of systems acquisition principles, policies and processes. Topics include IPT leadership; ethics; acquisition strategies; evaluation of alternatives; technical functions; program funding level changes; source selections; risk; systems engineering; test and evaluation; contractor performance; acquisition management principles; and supportability analysis.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
Skills
Earning Criteria
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The methods of instruction include audiovisual materials, case studies, classroom exercises, discussion, lecture, and practical exercises.
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The methods of assessment include case studies and examinations with a minimum passing score of 80 percent.