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SAE 542 Advanced Topics in Systems Engineering

Units: 3
Terms Offered: FaSpSm
Probability theory in systems engineering: test design and performance, reliability and maintainability, quantitative decision models. Constraint theory to manage and de-conflict complex requirements. Complexity theory.
Prerequisite: SAE 541 
Recommended Preparation: Calculus, linear algebra and multivariate probability
Duplicates Credit in former ISE 542
Instruction Mode: Lecture
Grading Option: Letter