This course is aimed at helping new leaders of Systems Engineering projects with industry experience in related technical and non-technical roles. The course will provide an overview of the traditional Systems Engineering processes and tools used to successfully bring complex systems into being.
Systems Engineering Fundamentals
Systems Engineering Fundamentals
This course is part of Agile Systems Engineering Specialization
Instructor: J. Morgan Nicholson
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Learn to apply Systems engineering methods to large projects
Learn analysis methods commonly used by Systems Engineers
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Assessments
4 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Agile Systems Engineering Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces the origins, principles, and roles of systems engineering. Learners will explore general systems theory, historical development, and the interdisciplinary nature of systems engineering, including the balance between technical and managerial domains.
What's included
7 videos4 readings1 assignment
This module covers the integration of project management with systems engineering, emphasizing risk management, roles and responsibilities, and the triple constraint. Learners will develop skills in identifying, analyzing, and responding to risks throughout the system lifecycle.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
This module focuses on requirements engineering, stakeholder engagement, and the role of lifecycle models (Waterfall, V-model) in systems development. Learners will explore best practices in elicitation, validation, and specification of requirements.
What's included
6 videos2 readings1 assignment
This module delves into system analysis, decomposition, architecture, and requirements management. Learners will practice functional analysis, interface definition, and baseline management, supported by visual tools such as diagramming techniques.
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5 videos1 reading1 assignment
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