This course is an integral part of the Systems Engineering major and field of study and Information Systems Engineering major. It emphasizes the use of information technology in systems analysis, design, and management. The course exposes cadets to a range of software applications and illustrates how these applications support the systems design and management processes. Cadets learn how to create, collect, manipulate, and analyze data in numerical and graphical forms to enhance problem solving, systems design, decision making, and engineering management processes. The course places considerable emphasis on the use of the computer as a tool in the systems engineering design process. In doing this, cadets have the opportunity to become more powerful computer users, and develop effective strategies for life-long learning of sophisticated computer tools, applications, and technology. With a view toward the future, cadets also survey emerging technologies that will impact on systems engineering and management. Ethical implications in the development and application of computer models are addressed and students learn how to effectively use technology while interacting with decision-makers. Communication skills are developed through both written projects and development of interactive graphical presentations.
