Engineering Management Laboratory

 This project-based course addresses the fundamentals of   systems engineering.  Principles and concepts of systems engineering within a   life-cycle perspective  are presented through case studies and applied throughout   the course to a  student-selected team project.  The initial focus is on   the understanding of  business drivers for systems engineering and the   generation of innovative  ideas.  Students then engage in analysis, synthesis, and   evaluation activities  as they progress through the conceptual and preliminary   design phases.  Emphasis is placed on tools and methodologies for system   evaluation during all  phases of the design process with the goal of enhancing   the effectiveness and  efficiency of deployed systems as well as reducing   operational and support  costs.