CE 440 - CE System Design & Management
Catalog Description
Methods of data analysis and modeling of civil engineering systems to enhance resource allocation for specific application to problems of transportation, environmental, water resources, structural analysis materials. Emphasis on micro-computer applications.3 credit hours (lecture)
Prerequisites
- Senior standing
- Statistics 251
Schedule
| Fall, 2009 | : | JMS |
| Spring, 2010 | : | X |
| Fall, 2010 | : | X |
| Spring, 2011 | : | X |
| Fall, 2011 | : | X |
| Spring, 2012 | : | X |
Textbooks and Resources
Civil and Environmental System Engineering by C. Revelle, E. Whitlated and J. Wright, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ (2004).Course Objective
Introduction to systems analysis for the planning and design of CE systems. Demonstarate quantitative methods to model CE decisions. Instill an appreciation of public section and private business decision making. Introduce methods to summarize and analyse data. Highlight application of systems analysis to CE proficiency areas.
Topics
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Engineering Economy
- Linear Programming
- Queuing
- PERT/CPM
- Network Models
- Monte Carlo Simulation
- Risk Assessment
- Statistics and Problem Distributions
Professional Component
This course addresses the following EC 2000 professional component requirements;
· an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
· an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
· an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
· the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
· an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
· an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
· a knowledge of contemporary issues
Relationship to Program Objectives
The courses supports program outcomes 1, 2, 3, and 7.
The course further supports the “Civil Engineering Body of Knowledge for the 21st Century” outcomes #13 (an understanding of the elements of project management, construction, and asset management) and #14 (an understanding of business and public policy and administration fundamentals).
Last update: Mon Sep 26, 2005 10:23 am by acostar