Course Descriptions

SYE 6490 Introduction to Systems Engineering in Design
Engineering and analysis of systems, with process focus.

SYE 5470 Creative Problem Solving in Design and Manufacturing
Concepts of laws of natural development of engineering systems. Algorithm for inventive (creative) problem-solving (AIPS-85). Creative use of physical and geometrical effects in design of mechanical and manufacturing systems. Concepts of strength, stiffness, vibratory effects, reliability in mechanical design.

SYE 6840 Project Management
Principles of successful project management including: time and cost management, risk analysis, human resource management. Consideration of both operational and conceptual issues. Introduction to project management tools.

SYE 7720 Engineering Risk & Decision Analysis
Structure and analysis technical management decisions with emphasis on multiple objectives and trade-offs, and significant uncertainty.

SYE 7995 Graduate Special Topics
Special subject matter in systems engineering.

SYE 7998 Engineering Management and Leadership
Organizational leadership, team building, principles of management and communication, customer analysis, measurement. Assessment and metrics, supplier relationship, management/supplier assessment, customer relationship management.