TST 102 Fundamentals of Test and Evaluation Quiz 100%
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With regard to T&E for rapid acquisition programs
Schedule considerations dominate over cost and technical risk considerations
The purposes of Test and Evaluation in defense system development include
Help to reduce development and acquisition risks
Assess the operational suitability of a system
Provide assessments of system maturity
When would you normally expect to see development of the TEMP for a program?
During materiel solution analysis phase, leading into milestone A
Although it is an important task, Test and Evaluation has been found to increase the
risks in acquiring, developing, and using a DoD system because of the time and effort
involved in its performance
False
With regard to an incremental acquisition program
Since capabilities will improve between subsequent increments, it would not be
appropriate to plan for an integrated test strategy that considers more than one
increment
During the technology maturation and risk reduction phase, testing focuses on
prototypes demonstrating technology capabilities (e.g. ATDs, ACTDs, mock-ups)
True
Which of the following key T&E activities typically takes place during the Materiel
Solution Analysis phase of the acquisition life cycle?
The initial drafting of the TEMP
A number of key T&E events take place over the acquisition life cycle (DT&E, IOT&E,
FOT&E). When considering the entire acquisition life cycle (without regard to any
specific phase), which one of the following represents the order that these events are
typically performed?
DT&E, IOT&E, FOT&E
Two different acquisition approaches for developing and integrating systems include a
"single step acquisition" where the system is developed in one large effort and
"incremental acquisition" where core functionality is developed and then progressively
improved.
True
Results of T&E help to mitigate risk by providing timely and accurate information to
decision-makers over the acquisition life cycle.
True
Each service has its own service-unique test and evaluation policies that supplement
those found in DoD directives and instructions
True
According to DoDD 5000.01, T&E programs should be integrated throughout the
acquisition process in order to
, All of these responses are correct (Assess attainment of technical performance,
Determine if systems are operationally effective and suitable, Provide essential
information to decision makers)
In addition to Public Law and DoD 5000-series documents, the military services publish
guidance applicable to their own T&E activities.
True
The answer to the T&E related question of "Was the product built right from a technical
perspective?" is primarily answered by the Systems Engineering Technical Process of
Verification
One of the key documents produced by the T&E WIPT is the
Test & Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)
Of the following, which best describe Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health
(ESOH) requirements with respect to T&E activities?
>ESOH laws and regulations are complex and comprehensive, and they directly affect
how T&E activities are conducted;
>ESOH considerations have a big impact on range operations that must be factored into
T&E planning
The Defense Information Systems Agency and the subordinate Joint Interoperability
Test Command are responsible for
Issuing Joint Interoperability Assessments for observed/conducted DT&E and OT&E
interoperability testing
The Deputy Director for Development Test and Evaluation is responsible for a number
of key T&E activities. Of the following, which one is NOT one of them?
Conducting independent Operational Testing for each of the services
Ethical dilemmas always involve choices between a clearly defined "right" course of
action and a "wrong" course of action
False
A Key Performance Parameter (KPP) can be defined as
Those attributes that are considered most essential for an effective military capability
A Measure of Effectiveness (MOE) can be defined as
Capabilities that correspond to positive mission outcomes and achievement of desired
results
Key parts of typical Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) include
All of these responses are correct (A summary of the overall integrated test program; a
summary of needed T&E resources; An outline for DT&E and OT&E activities)
The development of Measures of Performance (MOPs) is an important part of setting up
a T&E program. Why are MOPs considered to be so important?
They are directly measurable parameters that can be specifically tested and measured
Testers use capability documents to
All of these responses are correct (Help develop the TEMP; Understand user needs in
specific, quantifiable terms; develop specific test criteria)
Technology readiness level (TRL) of 9 (Actual system proven through successful
mission operations) likely indicates technology maturity encountered during
Fielding and deployment of a system
with complete solution
With regard to T&E for rapid acquisition programs
Schedule considerations dominate over cost and technical risk considerations
The purposes of Test and Evaluation in defense system development include
Help to reduce development and acquisition risks
Assess the operational suitability of a system
Provide assessments of system maturity
When would you normally expect to see development of the TEMP for a program?
During materiel solution analysis phase, leading into milestone A
Although it is an important task, Test and Evaluation has been found to increase the
risks in acquiring, developing, and using a DoD system because of the time and effort
involved in its performance
False
With regard to an incremental acquisition program
Since capabilities will improve between subsequent increments, it would not be
appropriate to plan for an integrated test strategy that considers more than one
increment
During the technology maturation and risk reduction phase, testing focuses on
prototypes demonstrating technology capabilities (e.g. ATDs, ACTDs, mock-ups)
True
Which of the following key T&E activities typically takes place during the Materiel
Solution Analysis phase of the acquisition life cycle?
The initial drafting of the TEMP
A number of key T&E events take place over the acquisition life cycle (DT&E, IOT&E,
FOT&E). When considering the entire acquisition life cycle (without regard to any
specific phase), which one of the following represents the order that these events are
typically performed?
DT&E, IOT&E, FOT&E
Two different acquisition approaches for developing and integrating systems include a
"single step acquisition" where the system is developed in one large effort and
"incremental acquisition" where core functionality is developed and then progressively
improved.
True
Results of T&E help to mitigate risk by providing timely and accurate information to
decision-makers over the acquisition life cycle.
True
Each service has its own service-unique test and evaluation policies that supplement
those found in DoD directives and instructions
True
According to DoDD 5000.01, T&E programs should be integrated throughout the
acquisition process in order to
, All of these responses are correct (Assess attainment of technical performance,
Determine if systems are operationally effective and suitable, Provide essential
information to decision makers)
In addition to Public Law and DoD 5000-series documents, the military services publish
guidance applicable to their own T&E activities.
True
The answer to the T&E related question of "Was the product built right from a technical
perspective?" is primarily answered by the Systems Engineering Technical Process of
Verification
One of the key documents produced by the T&E WIPT is the
Test & Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)
Of the following, which best describe Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health
(ESOH) requirements with respect to T&E activities?
>ESOH laws and regulations are complex and comprehensive, and they directly affect
how T&E activities are conducted;
>ESOH considerations have a big impact on range operations that must be factored into
T&E planning
The Defense Information Systems Agency and the subordinate Joint Interoperability
Test Command are responsible for
Issuing Joint Interoperability Assessments for observed/conducted DT&E and OT&E
interoperability testing
The Deputy Director for Development Test and Evaluation is responsible for a number
of key T&E activities. Of the following, which one is NOT one of them?
Conducting independent Operational Testing for each of the services
Ethical dilemmas always involve choices between a clearly defined "right" course of
action and a "wrong" course of action
False
A Key Performance Parameter (KPP) can be defined as
Those attributes that are considered most essential for an effective military capability
A Measure of Effectiveness (MOE) can be defined as
Capabilities that correspond to positive mission outcomes and achievement of desired
results
Key parts of typical Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) include
All of these responses are correct (A summary of the overall integrated test program; a
summary of needed T&E resources; An outline for DT&E and OT&E activities)
The development of Measures of Performance (MOPs) is an important part of setting up
a T&E program. Why are MOPs considered to be so important?
They are directly measurable parameters that can be specifically tested and measured
Testers use capability documents to
All of these responses are correct (Help develop the TEMP; Understand user needs in
specific, quantifiable terms; develop specific test criteria)
Technology readiness level (TRL) of 9 (Actual system proven through successful
mission operations) likely indicates technology maturity encountered during
Fielding and deployment of a system
