| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
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To introduce the concepts and principles of model-based systems engineering (MBSE), through examples such as smart cities, self-healing power grids, intelligent transport systems, renewable energy. To introduce concepts of traditional systems engineering to enable students to understand the challenges of working at the level of whole systems, rather than individual components. To introduce competencies and skills required of systems engineering and to help students assess their own skills. To introduce model-based design, including modelling paradigms, tools and analysis techniques, and how they are applied in MBSE using the SysML language.
1. Principles of Systems Engineering (systems thinking; skills and competencies, professional and ethical issues)
2. Model-based techniques (pros and cons of modelling, paradigms, tools and techniques, SysML language)
To be able to describe and discuss:
- systems engineering concepts
- challenges facing development of modern systems
- professional and ethical issues associated with systems engineering
- a range of modelling paradigms, tools and analysis techniques
The ability to
- apply systems engineering to a range of systems
- select and apply appropriate model-based techniques (SysML, formal specification) to
specify systems
- critically evaluate a range of sources
- give constructive feedback to colleagues
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Modelling of case study |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 6 | 2:00 | 12:00 | Lecture (Present-in-Person) |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Completion of model and writing report |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Weekly practicals (Present-in-Person) |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Paper review |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Report writing clinics (Present-in-Person) |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured non-synchronous discussion | 6 | 0:30 | 3:00 | Videos including interviews with industry experts (Asynchronous) |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | General background reading, revision of teaching materials. Can be done outside of the block. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Module talk | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Weekly seminars (Present-in-Person) |
| Guided Independent Study | Online Discussion | 1 | 6:00 | 6:00 | Peer feedback on paper review (Asynchronous) |
| Total | 100:00 |
The lecture materials will cover core concepts and develop knowledge in systems engineering, model-based design and professional issues. Experience with model-based techniques will be provided by guided reading and tool tutorials. Weekly seminars Q&As will support students in their studies and reinforce skills and knowledge, while online discussion will help students learn from each other and practice giving and receiving constructive feedback.
General background reading and revision of materials can be done outside of the block.
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
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| Report | 1 | M | 100 | Application of SysML to a Case Study with Report (2000 words) |
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
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| Case study | 1 | M | Application of SySML to a Case Study |
The application of SysML to a case study and accompanying report demonstrates that the students can apply both systems thinking and model-based design techniques to a case study. The formative component will allow them to submit a first draft of their SysML model for formative feedback.
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