This course is an integral part of the Systems Engineering, Information Engineering, Operations Research and Systems Management majors. It emphasizes the use of information technology in the Systems Engineering Management Process. The course exposes cadets to a range of software applications and illustrates how these applications support the Systems Engineering Management Process. 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 introduces cadets to 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional virtual design and visualization. They learn essential techniques for the design and maintenance of databases. They also get an introduction to geospatial data analysis and display in support of military operations. 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 and oral projects and development of interactive graphical presentations. Cadets will spend thirty to thirty-five lessons in a computer lab environment.
