SE380 is one of two systems engineering science foundation courses that prepare cadets for subsequent study in engineering management. The course focuses is on the application of deterministic and stochastic models used by engineering managers to analyze and optimize engineering alternatives. Cadets learn to apply various modeling techniques to represent and solve real-world organizational problems in the military and industry. Topics include: linear, integer, and goal programming; decision making under uncertainty; simulation modeling; and project management techniques. The tools learned may be applied to a wide variety of Army logistics and equipment modernization problems. Ethical responsibilities in describing the results of analyses to decision makers are integrated throughout the course. Cadets develop communication skills through five written reports and make innovative use of spreadsheets to develop and analyze models. (Note: change course number to EM384, 2004-1)
