Conference Session

Developing Systems Engineering Curricula

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Timothy Trainor, United States Military Academy; Daniel McCarthy, United States Military Academy; Michael Kwinn, United States Military Academy

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,economic, political, moral/ethical and social factors impacting the problem among other factorsin order to develop the most effective systems solution. Page 15.603.7The Systems Engineering CurriculumThe Systems Engineering major program of study at West Point is one of the most popularmajors because cadets understand the practical application of what they learn to life after WestPoint. The curriculum is designed to help cadets understand systems engineering as aninterdisciplinary, life-cycle approach to the design, development, and deployment of complexsystems, processes, or operations to meet the effective needs of users and stakeholder groups in

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Constituents Tech Session

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steve Walter, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne (Eng)

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is to provide insight into how moneyflows through a company, the value of tracking cost data and the importance of managingoverhead costs in increasing profitability. This subject area also includes a section on how toread, interpret and use a project cost report.The accounting section provides an opportunity to address present-day legal and ethical issues.This is especially important in the aftermath of Enron, WorldCom, and Tyco8. This discussion iscapped with a short overview of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance (SOX) and the legal requirementsto accurately estimate and report cost.Cost EstimationThe three types of cost estimation techniques are introduced (i.e., parametric, analogous andengineering estimation). The differing levels of effort

Conference Session

Capstone Courses I

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Leiffer, LeTourneau University; Roger Gonzalez, LeTourneau University; Thomas Hellmuth, LeTourneau University

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processing, and engineering ethics. Email: paulleiffer@letu.eduRoger Gonzalez, LeTourneau University ROGER V. GONZALEZ, PhD, PE Roger V. Gonzalez, is a professor of Biomedical & Mechanical Engineering at LeTourneau University with specialties in Musculoskeletal Biomechanics and Dynamic Systems Modeling. He is also Adjunct Professor in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Delaware. Dr. Gonzalez is a registered Professional Engineer in Texas and is actively involved in collaborative research with several universities. Dr. Gonzalez received a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) and a M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from The University

Conference Session

A Systems Thinking Approach to Solving Problems

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Renee Stepler, Pennsylvania State University; Steve Garguilo, Johnson & Johnson Inc.; Khanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University; Sven Bilen, Pennsylvania State University

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Development Team Clinical Business Kiosk  IG Planning Team Figure 1: Teams working on the Mashavu ventureMashavu Core Team: During the Spring 2009 semester, when the work discussed in this paperwas conducted, 12 students from 11 majors across six colleges participated as members of thecore team. These students were championing different aspects of the venture including kioskdesign, website design, education, fun/entertainment, social harmony, instant gratification, andclinical encounter, as well as the legal team primarily who were tasked with the development ofthe code of ethics. • Kiosk Design: Mashavu

Conference Session

Capstone Courses II

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bradley Rogers, Arizona State University; Dale Palmgren, Arizona State University; Albert McHenry, Arizona State University; Scott Danielson, Arizona State University

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were informed that their engineering technology degree was not recognized andthat they were ineligible for the positions. Ethically, it became necessary to inform students atthe outset of the program that they may not be eligible for such jobs, which effectively broughtenrollment in the program to a halt. Page 11.114.8Conclusions and RecommendationsThe experiences in the development and delivery of the SET program at ASU have led to theseveral conclusions. • Such a program is best delivered as a Security Systems Engineering program. • The Sandia methodology forms a foundation for such a Security Systems Engineering program and is

Conference Session

Developing Systems Engineering Curricula

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steve Walter, Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne; David Walden, Sysnovation, LLC

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, certifications help develop and mature the professional standard of practice, Page 15.218.2encourage continuing education among its members and promote awareness and adherence to theprofessional code of ethics. For certified individuals, certification verifies an individual’sexpertise, skill and knowledge as well as their commitment to professionalism and continuingeducation. It offers a meaningful professional development milestone and may help a personobtain employment or be promoted. For employers, certification can support hiring andpromotion decisions, encourage both employee proficiency and professional development, andmay aid in capturing new

Conference Session

Developing Systems Engineering Curricula

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Satinderpaul Devgan, Tennessee State University; Sachin Shetty, Tennessee State University; Saleh Zein-Sabatto, Tennessee State University

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.d). e.  an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering and electrical engineering  problems (ABET Criterion 3.e, Program Criteria).  f.  an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (ABET Criterion 3.f).  g.  an ability to communicate technical information through professional quality reports, oral  presentations and interaction with audience (ABET Criterion 3.g).  h.  the broad education necessary to understand the impact of electrical engineering solutions  in a global and societal context (ABET Criterion 3.h).  i.  a recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life­long learning (ABET  Criterion 3.i).  j.  a knowledge of contemporary issues (ABET Criterion