This course is aimed to teach systems engineers Agile methods can be utilized to help overcome weaknesses in the Systems Engineering process in environments with high rates of change. This course will provide an overview of Waterfall model weaknesses, how agile helps to overcome these weaknesses, and the basics of Scrum, the most popular Agile methodology used in Systems Engineering applications.
This module introduces the Waterfall model and Agile methodologies in systems engineering and software development. Learners will examine the strengths, weaknesses, and implications of documentation, customer collaboration, requirements volatility, and risk management in these approaches.
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12个视频1个作业
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12个视频•总计36分钟
Revisiting the Waterfall Model•4分钟
Weaknesses in the Waterfall Model•3分钟
The Risk of Static Up-Front Requirements•2分钟
Traditional Risk Management Shortfalls•4分钟
Template Zombies•4分钟
The Agile Manifesto•2分钟
Individuals and Interactions Over Processes and Tools•2分钟
Working Software Over Comprehensive Documentatio•4分钟
Customer Collaboration Over Contract Negotiation•5分钟
Responding to Change Over Following a Plan•2分钟
Agile Principles•2分钟
Agile Development•3分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Module 1 Quiz•30分钟
Agile Practices, Risk Management, and Systems Engineering Integration
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This module explores the integration of Agile practices into systems engineering, emphasizing risk management, discipline, iterative development, and adaptability. Learners will also compare Agile and Waterfall approaches, focusing on testing, integration, and uncertainty management.
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8个视频1个作业
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8个视频•总计20分钟
Agile Systems Engineering•5分钟
Upfront Planning•2分钟
Risk Management•2分钟
Discipline•2分钟
Reduced Integration Risk•2分钟
Agile Validation•2分钟
Agile Teambuilding•4分钟
Common Agile Approaches•1分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Module 2 Quiz•30分钟
Scrum Roles, Principles, and Team Dynamics
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This module provides a deep dive into the Scrum framework, including its roles, ceremonies, and pillars. Learners will explore the responsibilities of Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Development Teams while connecting Scrum to lean thinking and self-management principles.
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6个视频1个作业
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6个视频•总计12分钟
Introduction to Scrum•1分钟
Scrum Theory•2分钟
Scrum Artifacts and Roles•3分钟
Development Team•2分钟
Scrum Master•2分钟
Product Owner•2分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Module 3 Quiz•30分钟
Scaling Agile and Scrum in Complex Systems Engineering
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This module addresses the challenges and opportunities of applying Scrum and Agile practices to large-scale systems engineering projects. Learners will study scaling issues, communication across teams, backlog management, and the balance between agility and system complexity.
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8个视频1篇阅读材料1个作业
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8个视频•总计23分钟
Overview of the Sprint•3分钟
Sprint Planning•3分钟
Daily Scrum•2分钟
Sprint Review•2分钟
Sprint Retrospective•2分钟
The Product Backlog•4分钟
The Agile Systems Engineer•2分钟
Challenges in Agile Systems Engineering Projects•4分钟
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