System Design and Analysis Based on AD and Complexity Theories OpenCourseWare: A Free Online Grad-Level Course by MIT

Published Jan 26, 2009

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Students taking part in the 'System Design and Analysis Based on AD and Complexity Theories' OpenCourseWare will learn about the principles of design. Class topics in this free class include the use of complexity theory and axiomatic theory in design. A background in mechanical engineering is required for this graduate-level course.

System Design and Analysis Based on AD and Complexity Theories: Course Specifics

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System Design and Analysis Based on AD and Complexity Theories: Course Description

'System Design and Analysis Based on AD and Complexity Theories' is taught by Professor Nam Suh and Dr. Taesik Lee and geared towards mechanical engineering students with an interest in axiomatic designs (AD) and complexity theories. By the end of the course, the student will have an understanding of complexity in systems and how to reduce complexity in engineering systems. Students will learn principles of design and how to use them effectively. Students will also analyze various case studies to understand the implications of AD and complexity theories in engineering design. Course topics include design of systems, functional periodicity and cost engineering. Students will complete practice problems from the assigned readings and read detailed lecture notes

Lecture notes and slides and selected readings are available as free downloads. If you are interested in learning more about this course, please visit the system design and analysis based on AD and complexity theories course page.

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