Cosiga
About This Game
COSIGA is a multiplayer simulation game for students, engineers and managers in the field of Concurrent Engineering (CE). It was developed in the European project “COSIGA”. COSIGA can be played in groups containing up to 5 players, who will be asked to cooperate as a team in product development. For a greater authenticate players can be placed in separate locations and communicate via chat, email and video calls. Using several CE principals the objective of the game is to produce a cost-effective truck for a predefined market, which first needs to be analysed by the players. Furthermore, they need to create product specifications and product designs and will be responsible for the planning of procurements and production processes. The effective collaboration of the group members is vital for the success of the product.
Platform
Windows PC(Internet based communication system), hardware and software tools for audio/video conferencing, no other specific requirements
Keywords
Concurrent Engineering(CE), Multimedia Computer Simulation Multiplayer Game, Modular Concept
Application field
Logistics, Product Development
Learning goals
Higher Authenticity, Product and Quality Management, Marketing, Product Designing
Target group
Managers in occupational training, Students of engineering discipline