Master's Degree in Systems Engineering

ENGR 550. Fundamentals of Systems Engineering. 3 Credits.

This course is designed to discuss the key skills of systems engineering and provide knowledge essential for successful systems engineering in today's fast-paced environment. The objective is to enhance student's understanding and appreciation for the field of systems engineering. This will be accomplished using a combination of real-life examples, theoretical explanations and demonstrations. The program focuses on practical methods and tools for eliciting user needs and requirements, defining robust system architectures and designs, and effectively verifying and validating the operation of the product. Participants learn current industry best-practices to ensure robust, cost-effective designs that meet stringent functional, performance, and cost requirements. Prerequisite: Admission to the Systems Engineering graduate program or Instructor consent. F.

ENGR 554. Applied Project Management. 3 Credits.

This course is an interdisciplinary project management course utilizing case studies to illustrate project management principles and allow students to practice using real-world examples. Students will have the background and training required for certification through the Project Management Institute. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. S.

ENGR 556. System Dynamics I. 3 Credits.

This course provides an introduction to the System Dynamics field of study which is a computer-aided approach to improving system performance through policy analysis and design. The knowledge and critical thinking skills gained from this course will enable students to work either independently or on interdisciplinary teams to effectively deal with problems arising from dynamically complex systems. Topics include: perspective and process; tools for systems thinking; the dynamics of growth; tools for modeling dynamic systems; instability and oscillation; model testing; and challenges for the future. F.

ENGR 558. System Dynamics II. 3 Credits.

This course builds on ENGR 556 System Dynamics I. This course will enable students to effectively plan and manage System Dynamics projects by providing knowledge and skill relating to advanced modeling techniques, software capabilities, and client engagement processes. Topics include: model building, documentation and presentation best practices; use of historical data; model calibration and testing techniques; advanced software features; group model building; and implementation challenges. Prerequisite: ENGR 556. S.

ENE 533. Project Dynamics & Strategy Modeling. 3 Credits.

The course is designed to help understand the dynamic behavior of engineering projects. The focus here is to help project managers and sponsors adapt to the realities of the complexity, uncertainty and the significant risks that can arise from unclear scope, compressed schedules and changing political situations using the application of system dynamics. Prerequisite: ENGR 554 and ENGR 556, or instructor consent. S.

EE 526. Engineering Systems Reliability. 3 Credits.

This course teaches the basics of reliability engineering concepts and techniques applicable to all engineering disciplines including electrical, mechanical, chemical, geological, aeronautical, and civil. To benefit the most from this course, some basic knowledge of probability and statistics would be helpful but is not necessary as the required background and tools are presented and discussed in the class. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor. On demand.