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Three processes cooperate to deliver capabilities needed by warfighters: the requirements process (JCIDS); the acquisition process (DAS); and the program and budget development process (PPBE). Includes links to DoD and Service policies, guidance, tools, and resources:

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Feature - Science and Technology Certification Guide Level I
Level I  |  Level II  |  Level III
Level I Certification Guide
Type of Assignment  Representative Activities
Science and Technology   Conducts, and/or monitors science and technology activities including basic research, applied research and/or advanced technology development; in support to acquisition programs.
 
Core Certification Standards (Required for DAWIA certification.)
 Acquisition Training   ACQ 101  Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management
 Functional Training   ENG 101  Fundamentals of Systems Engineering
  CLE 068  Intellectual Property and Data Rights
  STM 101  Introduction to Science and Technology Management
 Education   Baccalaureate or graduate degree in a technical or scientific field such as, but not limited to, engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, psychology, mathematics, operations research, engineering management, or computer science
 Experience   1 year of technical experience related to science and technology management


Core Plus Development Guide (Desired training, education, and experience.) Type of Assignment
Training Science and Technology
  CLB 009 Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution and Budget Exhibits
  CLE 022 Program Manager Introduction to Anti-Tamper
  CLE 062 Human Systems Integration
  CLE 074 Cybersecurity Throughout DoD Acquisition
  CLM 013 Work-Breakdown Structure
  CLM 016 Cost Estimating
  CLM 017 Risk Management
  CLM 024 Contracting Overview
  ISA 101 Basic Information Systems Acquisition
  TST 102 Fundamentals of Test and Evaluation
Education
  None specified
Experience
  None specified
Notes:
1 The Core Certification Standards section lists the training and/or education and experience REQUIRED for certification at this level for this career field within 24 months of assignment.
2 “(R)” following a course title indicates the course is delivered as resident-based instruction.
3 When preparing your IDP, you and your supervisor should consider the training, education, and experience listed in this Core Plus Development Guide if not already completed.