Introduction to System Engineering
- Course Number: M4001
- Credits: 4 hours
- Instructor: Ellen Huang, PE
- Price: $40
Course Outline
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of Systems Engineering, a multidisciplinary approach that focuses on how to design and manage complex systems over their life cycles. It covers a wide range of topics that are essential for anyone interested in or currently working in the field of systems engineering. Core topics covered include systems life cycle, problem and solution domains, requirements analysis, functional architecture, detailed design, and verification and validation using the V-model. The influence of the human factor in system design and operation is also explored. By the end of the course, students will gain a strong appreciation for the importance of a systems approach in solving real-world engineering problems and will be better equipped to work in interdisciplinary teams.
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Be able to understand and apply the core principles of systems engineering;
- Be able to communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams;
- Be able to employ diagrams and models for organizing thinking and communicating with colleagues; and
- Be able to analyze and address complex engineering problems from a systems perspective.