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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 | 3:30-6:10pm | Thursday | 20 of 20 | Stan Settles | KAP158 | Word (78336 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32311D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 23 of 25 | Frank Alvidrez | DEN@Viterbi | Word (47666 KB) | |
| 32341D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 10 of 12 | Frank Alvidrez | RTH115 | Word (47666 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32312D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 18 of 20 | George Friedman | DEN@Viterbi | | |
| 32342D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 3 of 10 | George Friedman | OHE120 | |
Approaches for modeling systems using software such as SySML; modeling system, requirements, structure, behavior, and parametrics; mapping to hardware description language and behavioral code generation. Recommended preparation: Modeling and simulation courses.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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| 32317D | 034 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 21 of 24 | Azad Madni, Michael Sievers | DEN@Viterbi | Word (92160 KB) | |
| 32347D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Tuesday | 6 of 8 | Azad Madni, Michael Sievers | RTH105 | Word (92160 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 | 3:30-6:10pm | Tuesday | 26 of 30 | Azad Madni | DEN@Viterbi | Word (78336 KB) | |
| 32349D | 048 | Lecture | 3:30-6:10pm | Tuesday | 13 of 20 | Azad Madni | OHE100C | Word (78336 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 | Monday | 16 of 20 | Ken Cureton | DEN@Viterbi | Word (76800 KB) | |
| 32350D | 048 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Monday | 2 of 8 | Ken Cureton | RTH115 | Word (76800 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 | 15 of 18 | Theodore Mayeshiba | DEN@Viterbi | | |
| 32351D | 048 | Lecture | 5:10-7:50pm | Friday | 18 of 28 | Theodore Mayeshiba | OHE120 | |
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 10 | OFFICE | |
Course content will be selected each semester to reflect current trends and developments in the field of systems architecture and engineering.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resilient, Cyber Secure Systems & Systems-of-Systems | ||||||||||
| 32368D | 034 | 3.0 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Thursday | 8 of 20 | Ken Cureton | DEN@Viterbi | PDF (131467 KB) | |
| Resilient, Cyber Secure Systems & System-of-Systems | ||||||||||
| 32399D | 048 | 3.0 | Lecture | 6:40-9:20pm | Thursday | 2 of 10 | Ken Cureton | RTH109 | PDF (131467 KB) | |