ü 7, 14, 21 May 2021 (3 Half Days)
ü Fridays at 1200-1600 Eastern Time (0900-1300 Pacific Time)
ü A Hands-on Approach to Understanding the Processes, Practicalities and Potentials of MBSE for your Projects
ü Includes a copy of the course textbook Applied Space Systems Engineering and a complete set of course notes
ü All students will receive an AIAA Certificate of Completion at the end of the course
This 1.5-day virtual course provides a broad overview of the processes, practices, tools, and techniques that comprise the emerging discipline of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) with emphasis on practical application. The course examines the “why,” “what” and “how” of MBSE beginning with its basic value proposition. The course focuses on six central themes that comprise the unique advantages MBSE offers—Capturing, Connecting, Controlling, Communicating, Collaborating and Cycling. In this course, the foundations of MBSE are established by reviewing the systems engineering fundamentals and what it means to “model” SE. Ontologies, modeling languages and frameworks are then reviewed to establish a basis for their use in any MBSE project. From this foundation, participants are guided through a hands-on exercise to model a simple system.
Learning Objectives
- Understand Model-based Systems Engineering
- Apply MBSE Tools and Techniques
- Analyze MBSE Artifacts
- Develop systems engineering models
Who Should Attend
This course is intended for practicing systems engineers, payload principle investigators, subsystem engineers or project managers involved in any phase of the space mission lifecycle who are curious about application of MBSE to their projects.
Course Fees (Sign-In To Register)
- Non-Member Price: $995 USD
- AIAA Member Price: $745 USD
- AIAA Student Member Price: $395 USD
Course Outline
Foundations
- Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Tools
- Introduction to Systems Engineering using Models
- Introduction to Modeling Languages
- Ontologies, Languages and Frameworks
- MBSE Across the Lifecycle
Extensive Hands-on Exercises (integrated throughout)
- Solar Fan Guided Exercise
- Additional Exercises
- Wrap Up and Discussion
Testimonials
“The course content, methods of instruction and exercises were fantastic! The instructor was engaging and extremely knowledgeable. Great balance of instruction and practical application.”
“The course provided a good review of systems engineering principles especially with respect to requirements definition. The instructors displayed both SE knowledge and the ability to reinforce that knowledge with relevant stories and visuals.”
Instructor
Dr. Bruce Chesley is an experienced program manager and strategy executive. In industry, he served as the Chief Strategist for a space system portfolio spanning human spaceflight, commercial satellites, and government space systems. He led the early development of a global broadband satellite constellation and delivered advanced space systems and prototypes in addition to serving in a variety of program management, business development and engineering roles. His Air Force assignments included Air Force Space Command, the National Reconnaissance Office, and the USAF Academy where he was an Assistant Professor of Astronautics. He was elected to the International Academy of Astronautics in 2020 and serves as a Vice President on the Bureau of the International Astronautical Federation. He has published more than 20 technical papers and book chapters on satellite design and space systems engineering.
Course Delivery and Materials
The course lectures will be delivered via Zoom. Connection information will be provided to registrants near to the course start date.
Each registrant will receive:
· A copy of the course textbook Applied Space Systems Engineering
· A complete set of course notes with copies of all slides used in the presentations
· A free trial license to Innoslate (cloud-based tool) for hands-on exercises.
Between classes, the instructor will be available via email for technical questions and comments.