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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael J. Vinarcik P.E., University of Detroit Mercy

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Systems Engineering

Behavior • Activity Diagrams • Block Definition Diagrams Structure • Internal Block Diagrams •Requirements Matrices Requirements •Requirements TablesFigure 1

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Tahsin Mahmud Chowdhury, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sreyoshi Bhaduri, McGraw Hill ; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Systems Engineering

. Given the shift in thenature of problems and solutions, there is an opportunity within Systems Engineering fortransforming into a transdisciplinary discipline [1], [2]. Sillitto et al. [55] describes SystemsEngineering as a “transdisciplinary and integrative approach to enable the successfulrealization, use, and retirement of engineered systems, using systems principles and concepts,and scientific, technological, and management methods”. According to Rousseau [3],transdisciplinarity can be used as a powerful problem-solving technique that brings in patternsand perspectives by crossing disciplinary boundaries and creating a holistic approach. Extendingthis definition, transdisciplinarity in systems engineering would mean going beyond

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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John Alexander Mendoza-Garcia, University of Florida; Andrea Goncher, University of Florida; Mengyu Li, University of Florida

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Systems Engineering

, background, and trendsin systems-thinking as well as how systems thinking can be assessed. We then present our preliminarystudy that utilizes an existing tool in an engineering course and discuss how the evaluation processprovided insight into student understanding.Systems Thinking Background, Definitions, and TrendsSystems thinking is a set of tools for observing the interrelations among system components and theunderlying complex relationships [1], [2]. It has been characterized as a rich language by Senge [3] fordescribing interrelationships and the deeper patterns lying behind the events and the details. It can bedescribed as the dual ability to understand systems and analyze circumstances, questions, or problemsfrom a systems perspective [4]–[7

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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H. Bryan Riley, Clemson University

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Systems Engineering

significant impact and endeavored to purchase adequatequantities of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other medical supplies during thepandemic. Increased demand soared and manufacturers worked diligently to meet demand. Thisdisease caused a severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus‐2 (SARS‐CoV‐2), that hasinfected more that 4.2 million people and killed over 550,000 worldwide since mid-April 2020.Experts from the John Hopkins Coronavirus Research Center (CRC) state this harmful virus isconsidered as one of the most lethal pandemics since the Spanish flu of 1918.[1],[2]COVID‐19 may preferentially infect individuals with cardiovascular conditions and isconsidered more severe to subjects than those involved in serious auto crashes which is

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Jon Sticklen, Michigan Technological University; Natalie Green, Michigan Technological University

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Systems Engineering

conjecture at this point. Introduction and Background In 2005, the Journal for Engineering Education (JEE) fielded a special issue focused on The art and science of engineering education research which was drawn largely from a report by the National Academies (The Engineer of 2020). The bottom line of the NAE report [1], and the JEE special edition [2] was that change is hard, but that undergraduate engineering programs must have the ability to change to meet societal needs. It is now 2021, sixteen years after The Engineer of 2020 concept introduction. Our professional disciplines have come through a pandemic, and we all have changed in the face of strong, and sometimes mandated

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Mark David Bedillion, Carnegie Mellon University; Karim Heinz Muci-Kuchler, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Cassandra M. Birrenkott, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Marsha Lovett, Carnegie Mellon University; Laura Ochs Pottmeyer, Carnegie Mellon University

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Systems Engineering

and supporting both formative and summativeassessments. The fundamental strategy was to migrate previously developed learning materials 8to the OLI platform while developing supporting assessments. The OLI module has two “units”:unit one covers a conventional introduction to the product development process, whereas unit twofocuses on fundamental definitions in systems engineering along with the importance of applyinga systems thinking mindset. Figure 1 shows the student view of the unit that deals with theproduct development process, and Figure 2 shows the unit on systems thinking and systemsengineering. As can be seen in the figures, the learning objectives are displayed along with allmodules associated with each unit. It is important to

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Michael J. Vinarcik P.E., University of Detroit Mercy

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Systems Engineering

the use of validation rules to support instruction (both stand-alonemodeling exercises and a larger, collaborative modeling project). Validation rules have provento be effective in reducing modeler errors when added incrementally in parallel with conceptsintroduced in class. The rules simplify grading (since the instructor can focus on value-addedcontent instead of semantic correctness). In addition, the rules conform to the Seven Keys toEffective Feedback proposed by Grant Wiggins: 1. Goal-Referenced (Error reduction/style conformance) 2. Tangible and Transparent (Rules clearly explain what is wrong) 3. Actionable (Error messages direct the modeler how to fix the issue) 4. User-Friendly (Private feedback that marks elements

Conference Session

Engineering Economy Division Technical Session 1

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Brian Aufderheide, Hampton University; Otsebele E. Nare, Hampton University

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Diversity

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Engineering Economy, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering

Engineering Disciplines Brian Aufderheide1, Otsebele E. Nare1 1 Hampton University, USAAbstractThis is a Work in Progress. Students are taught how to model, write, and solve engineeringequations as part of their typical curriculum. But what is not covered is how to meld theengineering design world with the economic domain needed to be successful in industry. Oneauthor has supervised over 35 industrial design projects, and through his experience found thatwhat industry values most is a detailed Financial Operational Model with clear design andeconomic parameters evaluated through sensitivity analysis. At Hampton University

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Engineering Economy Division Technical Session 1

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Bradley James Schmid, University of Saskatchewan

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Engineering Economy, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering

the explanations and example problems used in the textbook.IntroductionEngineering programs in Canada and the United states have similar accreditation processes andcriteria [1], [2]. ABET accredits programs in the United States while the Canadian EngineeringAccreditation Board (CEAB) accredits programs in Canada. In each system, the ability of astudent to consider the constraints of economics and incorporate economics into engineeringdesigns, projects and considerations is a requirement. As such, engineering programs must offerEngineering Economics in their programs and often fulfill this requirement with a coursededicated to this topic though it could be fulfilled in other courses such as design courses.As part an internal improvement study

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John M Santiago Jr, Colorado Technical University; Kathy L. Kasley P.E., Colorado Technical University

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Diversity

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Systems Engineering

capstone has been revised around the Vee Modelto describe systems engineering process. The top-down and bottom-up design perspectives arecompared, and weekly deliverables are presented to help students practice systems engineering.A detailed description of weekly deliverables and rubric for the Critical Design Review aredescribed elsewhere1. Two perspectives of the Vee-Model are described to provide a holisticperspective of system-level thinking2-4. A 3D-printed quadcopter with its stable flight controlare provided as an illustration of the student efforts.5 Major blocks of the system include: (1) thequadcopter frame, (2) the control system, and (3) the power and thrust system.The last part of the paper attempts to compare the Vee Model system

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Timothy L.J. Ferris, School of Engineering, University of South Australia; Alice F. Squires, Washington State University; Fanny Camelia, University of South Australia

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Systems Engineering

discusses: 1) the current gap in addressing the affective domain in systemsengineering education, 2) the importance of closing that gap to enable the effectiveimplementation of systems engineering on the job, and 3) related issues and challenges.Following this discussion, the paper proposes a framework for assessing the development of thestudent’s affective engagement in systems engineering methods.IntroductionSystems engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with ensuring the development ofthe most apposite system to address a need. Theoretically, systems engineering begins with top-down evaluation of the need, leading to a deeper understanding of the attributes of a suitablesolution, that in turn enables the design or selection of the

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rama N Reddy; Kamran Iqbal, University of Arkansas, Little Rock

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Systems Engineering

engineering andtechnical terms. The system under consideration may require scientific and mathematicalmodels. The systems engineering team design the system starting with the conceptual design,preliminary design, and the final design that satisfies the stakeholder’s requirements. A designdocument called Engineering Requirement Document (ERD) is prepared. This document isprepared in consultation with the stakeholders, management, and the systems engineering team.This document must be approved by all parties involved in developing the system.The decomposition, design, integration, and verification process is shown in Fig. 1. Thisrepresents the famous “Vee” model [1], where the decomposition and the design are shown bydownward arrows, and the

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wolter J. Fabrycky PE, Virginia Tech and AAII

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Systems Engineering

Engineering: Its Emerging Academic and Professional Attributes.3II. Utilizing Systems Analysis Within SESystem design is the prime mover for systems engineering, with system design evaluation beingits compass. System design requires integration and iteration, invoking a process that coordinatessynthesis, analysis, and evaluation over the system life cycle as illustrated in Figure 1. Analysisacting alone is not sufficient. It is analysis that drives the design decision evaluation process. Figure 1. Synthesis, Analysis, and Evaluation Within SEConsider Figure 2 (left side) regarding the evolution of a decision evaluation capability. Beginwith operations and focus on the scientific management thereof. Operations are continuouslybeing

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Runing Zhang P.E., Metropolitan State University of Denver; Aaron Brown, Metropolitan State University of Denver; Jeno Balogh, Metropolitan State University of Denver

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Systems Engineering

and leadership model forengineering students which prepares those students with a curriculum that encompasses aregional and global perspective of sustainable development theory, relying on a soundunderstanding and application of engineering fundamentals and coupled with an emphasis oncommunication skills. The objective of the SSE program is integrating sustainable and systemsengineering to provide students with more comprehensive prospective view of human well-beingand development. It emphases on two aspects: 1) the vision of sustainable development and 2)the leadership of sustainable development.Future engineers should be able to see a systemic picture of a proposed project. They should beable to understand the impacts of the prospective

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dominic M. Halsmer P.E., Oral Roberts University; Robert P. Leland, Oral Roberts University; Emily Dzurilla

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Systems Engineering

integration & test stepsand for motivating students.”1 The following four themes were maintained throughout thiscourse to guide and encourage students in the development process: 1. Physics is activelyopposed to spaceflight, 2. Nothing ever works the first time you put it together, 3. There is neverenough time or money, and 4. Fear [of failure] rules all decisions. They suggest that, ‘Our “fourheuristics of space systems” were a very successful method for engaging the students with thematerial, and can be applied to other parts of the design lifecycle or to other aspects ofengineering.’1 These heuristics were found to be equally applicable in the development of a next-generation ground transportation system, which is the project of interest in

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steve E. Watkins, Missouri University of Science & Technology; Randall L Musselman, U.S. Air Force Academy

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Systems Engineering

, simulate, and construct VHF direction-finding antennas that theyuse for a transmitter-hunt exercise [1]. Amateur radio clubs conduct similar transmitter or “fox”hunt activities for their members to improve their technical knowledge and to practice theiroperator skills [2,3]. Amateur radio can be a convenient tool for supplementing engineeringeducation in many areas, including antenna theory [4]. These antenna-locating activities can beapplied to the emerging proliferation of UAVs in modern society. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or unmanned aircraft systems (UASs), have beendeveloped and purposed for civilian, military, and recreational activities [5]. The technology isinterdisciplinary with the incorporation of aerospace structures

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Sabin Gianelloni, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Molly H. Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Systems Engineering

for future research. We aim to provide the foundation for futureresearch into the application of design thinking teaching and learning strategies into a mixedsystems design engineering curriculum.IntroductionTraditionally, systems thinking and design thinking have been looked at as separate concepts.However, Green, Gonzalez, Papalambros, and McGowan [1] recently proposed a more thoroughinvestigation between the concepts with the purpose of potentially applying well understoodcognitive science approaches from design thinking to better understand systems thinking. Greeneand her coauthors’ research focus on the applications of design thinking methods and researchinto the world of complex systems management education and development. In their

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fazleena Badurdeen, University of Kentucky; Dusan Sekulic, University of Kentucky; Bob Gregory, University of Kentucky College of Engineering; Adam Brown, University of Kentucky; Hai Fu, University of Kentucky

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Systems Engineering

thefirst two years. It summarizes the results of extensive discussions that were required to identifyand agree upon course content, the different pedagogical methods used, team teaching efforts,and faculty roles and responsibilities. Methods of evaluating student learning as well asidentifying and managing the course team projects are also discussed. The paper concludes withsome brief lessons learned to help others who might be interested in pursuing a similar project.1. IntroductionThe importance of developing a skilled and knowledgeable STEM (science, technology,engineering and mathematics) workforce is now well-recognized2. By 2020 the US will require123 million highly skilled workers to fill positions in the STEM fields for which there will

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James A. Mynderse, Lawrence Technological University; Jeffrey N. Shelton, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Systems Engineering

thesecond goal, new learning, makes the activity more similar to a problem-based learningapproach.6This paper is organized as follows. First, the mechatronic design process is explained. Then theMechatronic Systems Engineering degree program at Lawrence Tech is introduced. Next, thecourse structure is defined, followed by a description of how the PBL activity was implementedfor this study. Finally, the PBL activity is evaluated and the work is concluded.Mechatronic DesignMechatronics is characterized by an integration of mechanical, electronic, control, and computersystems. This is shown schematically in Figure 1. Mechanical elements may include thermal orfluid systems, solid mechanics, dynamics and vibrations. Electronic components may

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ashley Bernal, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Scott Kirkpatrick, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; William D. Schindel, ICTT System Sciences

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Systems Engineering

. Page 24.812.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Introducing Systems Competencies During Undergraduate DesignA faculty team (professors of professional communication, mechanical engineering, and physics)at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology have collaboratively designed and taught an intensivemultidisciplinary design program in which undergraduate engineering and science studentstackled one of the National Academy of Engineering’s Grand Challenges [1] during a 12 credithour 10 week summer program. The program is centered around designing a system to utilizesolar energy for use in a less developed country [2] with major components of systemsengineering integrated throughout the experience in

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1: Course Design & SE Competencies

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kuan-Yu Chou, National Chiao Tung University; Yon-Ping Chen, National Chiao Tung University; Sunny S. J. Lin, National Chiao Tung University; Chao-Yang Cheng, National Chiao Tung University

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Diversity

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Systems Engineering

, lacking a sense of humanity and meaning.Therefore, a national policy to renew Engineer education was launched by the StateDepartment and financial grants of engineering education reformation [1]. Followingthis trend, a three-year pioneer curriculum transformation in System Engineering (SE)has been implemented in many research universities. A subprogram within theelectrical engineering field is related to system engineering. Its emphasis is attachedto the use of system theory in electronic applications, e.g., autonomous vehicles. Infact, electrical engineering related system engineering tends to emphasize controltechniques, which are often software-intensive. Managing complexity is an importantcomponent of many courses taught within the SE program

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1: Course Design & SE Competencies

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachana Ashok Gupta, North Carolina State University; Greg A. Dunko, NantHealth

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Systems Engineering

BACKGROUNDMITRE’s System Engineering Guide [1] states, “Requirements define the capabilities that asystem must have (functional) or properties of that system (non-functional) that meet the users'needs to perform a specific set of tasks (within a defined scope).” One of the challenges faced inengineering education is to teach students how to think about the element of “what” in a projectbefore they get into the aspect of “how.” In design classes, as in industry, this is mainlyencapsulated in the “Product Requirement” phase of System Engineering. According to manysystem engineering studies [8],[10],[11], design course outcomes, and in industry, learning howto develop good product requirements is a critical element of System Engineering. Acomprehensive and

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1: Course Design & SE Competencies

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John M. Santiago Jr., Colorado Technical University; Jing Guo, Colorado Technical University

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Systems Engineering

capstone course used for assessment of the program. The shiftstresses going from extensive technical detail to the design and development process using asystems engineering approach [1]. The program provides a mix of in-depth technical electricalengineering courses with holistic systems engineering approach to bring their systems into being.Students will have taken two systems engineering courses before registering for the capstonecourse.Using the systems engineering approach led to the Auto-Fetch Dog System as proposed by onestudent. Description of weekly deliverables are presented in another paper to help studentspractice the systems engineering process [1]. The structure of the capstone course revolvedaround the Vee Model found in systems

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Kelley E. Dugan, University of Michigan; Erika A. Mosyjowski, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Lisa R. Lattuca, University of Michigan

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Systems Engineering

c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Systems Thinking Assessments: Approaches That Examine Engagement in Systems ThinkingWhile systems engineers rely on systems thinking skills in their work [1], given the increasingcomplexity of modern engineering problems, engineers across disciplines need to be able toengage in systems thinking [2], [3], including what we term comprehensive systems thinking.Comprehensive systems thinking is a holistic problem-solving approach wherein connections andinteractions between constituent parts of the problem and the immediate work, stakeholderneeds, broader contextual aspects (e.g., social and political) and possible impacts over time areidentified and included

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Ruben D. Lopez-Parra, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Tamara J. Moore, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Diversity

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Systems Engineering

inprogress, we shared our initial framework to explore the systems thinking cognitivecompetencies of iGEM participants, open coded the content of one of the wikis, and presentedsome preliminary evidence of the competencies. Through continuing research, we will furtherexplore systems thinking in biological systems design by analyzing the remainder of the sixteams’ wikis. 1. Introduction The design of biological systems has gained attention as an opportunity to solve society'sproblems by envisioning new environmentally friendly bio-products or developing lesscontaminant alternatives. A biological system may be defined as whole living entities, or theirparts, that have biochemical processes in common such as growth, respiration, self

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Marsha Lovett, Carnegie Mellon University; Mark David Bedillion, Carnegie Mellon University; Cassandra M. Birrenkott, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Karim Heinz Muci-Kuchler, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Laura Ochs Pottmeyer, Carnegie Mellon University

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Systems Engineering

science on student learning. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Building and Revising an Assessment to Measure Students’ Self-Efficacy in Systems Thinking Mark D. Bedillion1*, Cassandra M. Birrenkott2, Marsha C. Lovett3, Karim H. Muci-Kuchler2, and Laura O. Pottmeyer3 1 Mechanical Engineering Department, Carnegie Mellon University 2 Mechanical Engineering Department, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology3 Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence and Educational Technology, Carnegie Mellon University

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Cassandra M. Birrenkott, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Karim Heinz Muci-Kuchler, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Mark David Bedillion, Carnegie Mellon University; Marsha Lovett, Carnegie Mellon University; Laura Ochs Pottmeyer, Carnegie Mellon University

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Systems Engineering

Technology (ABET) accreditation criteria forengineering programs that took effect in the 2019–2020 accreditation cycle [1] reflect an increasedemphasis in having engineering graduates that are prepared to participate in the development ofcomplex products and systems.The wide array of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) desired in engineering professionals isevident in references such as the Engineering Competency Model jointly developed by theAmerican Association of Engineering Societies (AAES) and the US Department of Labor (DoL),the CDIO (Conceive Design Implement Operate) Syllabus 2.0 proposed by the CDIO organization,and the U. S. Department of Defense Systems Engineering Career Competency Model [2-5]. Someof the listed KSAs [2-5] highlight

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 3

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sandy L. Furterer, University of Datyon

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Systems Engineering

nobackground in the SEBoK to easily learn or apply the material. The author has incorporatedmultiple educational strategies into a Systems Engineering course including: 1) information-providing lectures, 2) inquiry-oriented case studies, 3) active or performance-based activelearning exercises, 4) cooperative team-based system design, 5) creativity-inducing methodsbased application of systems engineering tools. Central to several of the strategies was to adapt ahealthcare case study from the author’s prior process and systems improvement work experience,to guide the students to better understand, synthesize and apply systems engineering. The casestudy supports the inquiry-oriented, active learning and case study pedagogies, helping studentsto learn by

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 3

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammed BOUGAA, CentraleSupelec and EISTI; Stefan Bornhofen, EISTI; Alain RIVIERE, SUPMECA; JEAN-CLAUDE TUCOULOU, AFIS ASSOCIATION FRANCAISE D'INGENIERIE SYSTEME

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Systems Engineering

Process-Centered Approach for Systems Engineering EducationKeywords Systems Engineering Education, Systems Engineering Standards, Competency Mod- els, System Life Cycle Model, Project Based Learning.IntroductionTime has gone when industrial companies recruited their employees only based on a fine techni-cal background. Nowadays, these companies deal with complex and multidisciplinary systems,and their mastering requires much more than mere technical excellence. Today’s engineers needto be good team workers, adept communicators, and lifelong learners [1]. In addition to produc-ing the expected client outcomes, a major engineering project has to satisfy various stakeholderswhile ensuring an optimization of time, cost, energy and

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cassandra M Birrenkott, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Shaobo Huang, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Marius D Ellingsen, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Karim Heinz Muci-Kuchler, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Mark David Bedillion, Carnegie Mellon University; John Ziadat, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

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Diversity

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Systems Engineering

, the mechanical engineering occupation hadthe lowest female representation (6%), and a low non-white population (11%) [1]. This under-representation trickles down to populations of undergraduate students studying mechanicalengineering. Women and minorities make up more than two-thirds of the United Statesworkforce, yet only represent 23% of engineering graduates [2].Many groups’ research has indicated a number of items that work to deter women and minoritiesfrom pursuing and persisting in engineering. Johnson and Sheppard [3] found that women had ahigher potential for disillusionment with engineering and the assumed engineering lifestyle, aswell as being less interested in the often competitive engineering education. The ability to payfor