Engineering Innovation: Global Security Systems

3-3-6 units · Graduate

Offers the perspective of a chief technology officer and systems engineer in innovation-focused organizations such as the Departments of Defense, DARPA, NATO, and the UN. Discusses technological and innovation measures taken to ensure mutual safety and security globally. Outlines the journey from ideation to impact, revolving around complex engineering design challenges. Involves iterative testing and refinement of solutions, focusing on scalability in operational environments. Emphasis placed on efficient team-building and leadership. Examines stakeholders' roles in successfully deploying solutions. Develops skills to organize technical thoughts, write impactful reports, and present arguments effectively. Prepares students to navigate design challenges, adjust to engineering frameworks, and manage use case variations. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Meets with 15.3621[J] when offered concurrently.