Systems Engineering (SE) is a transdisciplinary and integrative approach to enable the realization, use and retirement of successful engineered systems. SE principles and practices are essential for the development of large, complex, high-performing, sustainable and secure systems, whether they are products, services, or enterprises. Modern approaches make use of integrated digital system models to capture requirements, structure, behavior and parametrics. Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) using System Modeling Language (SysML) is state-of-the-practice in the field, with the future toward more open, integrated and interoperable analysis tools and scripting languages.
The program:
· Prepares students for assignments across the acquisition lifecycle, from concept and mission/engineering, stakeholder needs analysis, elicitation of system requirements, system architecture and design, technical evaluation, and technical management of defense systems.
· Develops competence in the application of modern digital techniques and tools of systems engineering. The program allows specialization in domains of interest to the DoD, Air Force and Space Force.
· Prepares students for success in application of model-based system engineering across the lifecycle. The curriculum includes a series of fundamental system engineering core courses, domain specialty sequences, an analytical tools sequence, electives, and a capstone project.
The ASE program confers a Master of Engineering (ME) in Applied Systems Engineering and is available to part-time distance learning (DL) students and Air Force-selected Awaiting Pilot Training (APT) students in residence. The program shares similarities to the traditional Graduate Systems Engineering (GSE) program including SE Core courses, Math/Stat requirement and Specialization track, but with the removal of the thesis. In lieu of a 12-credit thesis, ASE students will complete at least three courses from the Analytical Specialization and one capstone project course.
For general information about online/distance learning (DL) programs, opportunities, and application procedures, please visit AFIT Office of Extension Services, www.afit.edu/DL/.
For specific information about Systems Engineering online/distance learning (DL) programs email OnlineSE@afit.edu.
Degree Required: Any engineering degree (Aeronautical, Astronautical, Aerospace, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering) or a degree in Engineering Science. A degree in science (e.g. physics), math or computer science will be considered for admission to a non-ABET Master of Science program on a case-by-case basis. Courses in calculus-based physics and dynamical systems (circuits or engineering dynamics) are required.
Mathematics Required: Ordinary Differential Equations
TEST: None
GPA Required: Overall - 3.0; Mathematics - 3.0; Major - 3.0
Waivers to the above criteria may be granted (on an individual basis) by the Department of Systems and Engineering Management. Therefore, individuals whose academic credentials fall below any of the above criteria may still apply.
Program Educational Objectives
The program takes students with traditional engineering backgrounds (mechanical, electrical, computer, aeronautical, etc.) and produces graduates who understand, and can effectively use, the tools and techniques of systems engineering and systems science. Within a few years after graduation, graduates are expected to:
Student Outcomes
Student Outcomes (SOs) are those competencies that students are expected to achieve by the completion of the program. Graduates should be able to:
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Degree Type: Master's
Delivery Method: Distance Learning
Degree Requirements
