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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.
Applied systems architecting, engineering and management to motorsports from design to validation and verification; venues include drag racing, grand prix Formula SAE racing, DARPA Challenges.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32386R | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 16 of 25 | Stan Settles | OHE136 | Word (80384 KB) |    |
| 32397D | 014 | Lecture | 3:30-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 4 of 10 | Stan Settles | DEN@Viterbi | Word (80384 KB) | |
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 | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32301D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 23 of 25 | Frank Alvidrez | DEN@Viterbi | Word (44060 KB) | |
| 32331D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 2 of 10 | Frank Alvidrez | OHE120 | Word (44060 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 | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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| 32312D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 21 of 21 | George Friedman | DEN@Viterbi | | |
| 32342D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 0 of 10 | George Friedman | RTH109 | |
Real-world case studies in DoD, NASA, and commercial arenas, employing new methodologies to cover the fundamental positive and negative development learning principles of systems engineering.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32314D | 034 | Lecture | 3:30-6:10pm | Monday | Canceled | George Friedman | | ||
| 32343D | 048 | Lecture | 3:30-6:10pm | Monday | Canceled | George Friedman | |
Essentials of systems and system-of-systems integration from the perspectives of business, programs, and technology. Process, Legacy, and Systems-of-Systems Integration. Verification and Validation methods. Case studies. Recommended preparation: Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical sciences.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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| 32315D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Wednesday | 14 of 20 | Azad Madni, Michael Sievers | DEN@Viterbi | Word (82432 KB) | |
| 32348D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Wednesday | 2 of 10 | Azad Madni, Michael Sievers | OHE100C | Word (82432 KB) | |
Introduction to systems architecture in aerospace, electrical, computer, and manufacturing systems emphasizing the conceptual and acceptance phases and using heuristics.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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| 32319D | 034 | Lecture | 3:30-6:20pm | Wednesday | 17 of 20 | Azad Madni | DEN@Viterbi | Word (76800 KB) | |
| 32349D | 048 | Lecture | 3:30-6:20pm | Wednesday | 7 of 15 | Azad Madni | OHE120 | Word (76800 KB) | |
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 engineering design process. Recommended preparation: 2 years of work experience.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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| 32320D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Wednesday | 13 of 25 | Kenneth Cureton | DEN@Viterbi | Word (75776 KB) | |
| 32350D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Wednesday | 0 of 10 | Kenneth Cureton | RTH115 | Word (75776 KB) | |
Study of lean principles and practices as applied to automotive, aerospace and other industries.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32321D | 034 | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | 6 of 15 | Theodore Mayeshiba | DEN@Viterbi | PDF (96572 KB) | |
| 32351D | 048 | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | 19 of 25 | Theodore Mayeshiba | OHE100B | PDF (96572 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 | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32330D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 16 of 25 | Marilee Wheaton | DEN@Viterbi | | |
| 32360D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 2 of 10 | Marilee Wheaton | 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 | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32344D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | Canceled | Kenneth Cureton | Word (93696 KB) | | |
| 32374D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | Canceled | Kenneth Cureton | Word (93696 KB) | |
Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32390D | 048 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | Azad Madni | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32391D | 048 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | OFFICE | |