Unit information: Advanced Systems in 2008/09

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Unit name Advanced Systems
Unit code CENGM0001
Credit points 10
Level of study M/7
Teaching block(s) Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52)
Unit director Professor. Mike Yearworth
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

Professional development content of an accredited engineering degree or equivalent

Co-requisites

None

School/department Department of Civil Engineering
Faculty Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

This unit is at the heart of the EngD in Systems Engineering. It develops understanding and awareness, as well as dealing with specific generic tools, in the softer aspects of systems engineering. It introduces the philosophical underpinnings of Systems and Systems Thinking. It deals with the personal skills required to provide leadership and manage change. It introduces Problem Structuring Methods.