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Module Title
LM Systems Engineering and Systems Thinking
School
School of Engineering
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Module Code
04 30083
Module Lead
Dr A M Tobias
Level
Masters Level
Credits
20
Semester
Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
None
Exclusions
Description
Introduction to Systems; Problem Structuring Methods; Modelling Paradigms and use of spreadsheets; Soft Systems Methodology; System Dynamics; Case Study.
Systems Failure; Systems Engineering; Supplier Development Strategies; Management of Change; Need for change, project team approach, operations strategy, choice of control system including Just-in-Time and Kanban; Implementation etc.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Apply systems concepts and modelling tools to analyse and evaluate complex situations in industry and commerce.
Develop novel solutions to messy/business problems including the implementation of change by designing and synthesizing appropriate combinations of systems engineering approaches.
Assessment
30083-12 : Module Mark : Mixed (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment: 100% group coursework assignments
Reassessment: 100% individual coursework assignment