Systems Architecting and Engineering (SAE)
- D class assignments for graduate students are available online at: vsoeapp1.vsoe.usc.edu/dclearanceise/; phone (213) 740-4893. To be enrolled in an off-campus course, you MUST also enroll in the Distance Education Network (DEN). For more information, call (213) 740-4488 or go to den.usc.edu. DEN courses are indicated by a location of OFF CAMPUS.
Integration of engineering problem solving methodologies based on systems concepts. Application to complex, large scale technical systems and problems faced by engineering managers. Case studies.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32301D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Thursday | 33 of 33 | James Hines | OFF CAMPUS | Word (154624 KB) |   |
| 32331D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Thursday | 3 of 7 | James Hines | OHE100B | Word (154624 KB) | |
Advanced topics in integration software management and systems engineering, probabilistic foundations of decision theory, quantitative risk management, decision-based design, and safety aspects of systems engineering.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32312D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 34 of 36 | George Friedman | OFF CAMPUS | | |
| 32342D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 1 of 4 | George Friedman | OHE100B | |
Introduction to systems architecture in aerospace, electrical, computer, and manufacturing systems emphasizing the conceptual and acceptance phases and using heuristics.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32319D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 28 of 31 | Azad Madni | OFF CAMPUS | | |
| 32349D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 7 of 7 | Azad Madni | OHE100D | |
Analysis of risks inherent in managing high-tech/high-cost government-funded engineering programs; tools and techniques for coping with the impacts of politically-driven budgets on the the engineering design process. Recommended preparation: 2 years of work experience.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32320D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Wednesday | 22 of 26 | Kenneth Cureton | OFF CAMPUS | Word (83456 KB) |  |
| 32350D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Wednesday | 3 of 3 | Kenneth Cureton | OHE100D | Word (83456 KB) | |
Study of lean principles and practices as applied to automotive, aerospace and other industries.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32321D | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | 15 of 15 | Theodore Mayeshiba | OFF CAMPUS | PDF (47185 KB) | |
| 32351D | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | 14 of 16 | Theodore Mayeshiba | OHE100B | PDF (47185 KB) | |
Impact of economic factors for systems architects and engineers, tools for understanding these factors, fundamental quantitative analysis of cash flow, life-cost estimating for systems and software engineering.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32330D | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | 18 of 20 | F Settles | OFF CAMPUS | | |
| 32360D | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | 0 of 20 | F Settles | OHE120 | |
In-depth examination of the technical design approaches, tools, and processes to enable the benefits of net-centric operations in networked systems-of-systems.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32344D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 21 of 30 | Kenneth Cureton | OFF CAMPUS | Word (133632 KB) | |
| 32374D | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 0 of 5 | Kenneth Cureton | OHE120 | Word (133632 KB) | |
Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32391D | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: SAE 594A
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32392D | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: SAE 594B
| Section | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32393D | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | OFFICE | |
Course content will be selected each semester to reflect current trends and developments in the field of systems architecture and engineering.
| Section | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Systems Engineering through Motorsports | |||||||||
| 32386D | 3 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 7 of 15 | F Settles | OFF CAMPUS | | |
| Systems Engineering Management | |||||||||
| 32389D | 3 | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | Canceled | James Hines | Word (162304 KB) | | |
| Systems Engineering through Motosports | |||||||||
| 32396D | 3 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 4 of 20 | F Settles | OHE100C | | |
| Systems Engineering Management | |||||||||
| 32399D | 3 | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | Canceled | James Hines | Word (162304 KB) | | |
Information accurate as of 10/3/2010 9:40 PM.