This course is an integral part of the Systems Engineering major and field of study and emphasizes the statistical analysis of data related to systems analysis and design. A major goal is to develop an ability to design experiments and correctly interpret data affecting systems design issues and decision alternative evaluation and comparison. The course builds on the core probability and statistics course and introduces statistics applications fundamental to the design and analysis of simulations and engineering systems. Specific topics include data summary techniques, parameter estimation, tests of hypotheses, analysis of variance, multiple linear regression, and two-level factorial designs with emphasis on the correct and useful interpretation of numerical results. The course emphasizes the advantages of the P-value approach in decision-making and the usefulness of statistical software packages. The basic principles learned in this course will facilitate data analysis in support of Army acquisition and system re-design decision-making. Communication skills are developed with both written reports and oral presentations. Ethical implications in the analysis and presentation of experimental results, as well as interactions with decision makers, are addressed.
