Course Code	IDAOLT
Description:	This on-line course provides an overview of the MOD’s equipment life cycle and its attendant acquisition and support processes. It will provide delegates with sources of further information and the knowledge that they will require to benefit from other courses.
Aim:	The aim of this course is to provide a basic understanding of the defence acquisition process.
Duration:	9 Hours Approximately.
Pre-Requisites:	None.
Designed For:	All personnel new to acquisition. It would also benefit those who need to refresh and update their knowledge, and other MOD personnel who require an outline awareness of the acquisition process. Others (including those from Industry and overseas) who would find the course useful may also be eligible.
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Cost for Non MoD Applicants:	The cost of this course is £225.00 excluding VAT. Details of payment options will be sent in a confirmation e-mail when you apply for the course.
Additional Information:	Click here to view. To apply for this course please register/login to the Acquisition e-Learning portal either by clicking here or via the Acquisition e-learning link on the homepage of this website.
Objectives:	By the end of the package learners will, be able to correctly: • Identify and describe the stages of the MOD’s acquisition life cycle and explain how each stage contributes to the acquisition process; • List and explain the functions of an Integrated Project Team; • Explain the basic principles of project planning; • Describe the Acquisition Operating Framework (AOF) and explain its use in the acquisition process; • List the MOD support organisations which can assist an IPT in the process and describe the roles that they play; • Explain the various roles that Industry can play in the defence acquisition process.
Related Learning:	• Introduction to Defence Acquisition (IDA)