IMSE 4555: Systems Engineering: Processes, Methods and Practice

Course Description

This course focuses on the process of bringing systems into being. It introduces the concept of systems thinking and offers an examination of the principles of systems engineering and their application across the system life cycle. Special emphasis is given to systems engineering process, systems life cycle models, systems analysis and design evaluation, configuration management, the analysis of alternatives, costs analysis and project planning, risk analysis and models in decision making. Integration of engineering problem solving methodologies based on systems concepts are also covered in this class. Case studies are used throughout the course. Student teams work on product and service system design projects. (F, W).