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Today’s systems do not stand alone; each system fits within
an increasingly complex system-of-systems, a network of interconnection
that virtually guarantees surprise behavior. Systems science recognizes
this type of interconnectivity as one essence of complexity. It
requires new tools, new methods, and new paradigms for effective
system design. The DOD Architecture Framework (DODAF) provides an
underlying structure to work with complexity.
This course provides knowledge and exercises at a practical level
in the use of the DODAF. You will learn about architecting processes,
methods and thought patterns. You will practice architecting by
creating DODAF representations of a familiar, complex system-of-systems.
By the end of this course, you will be able to use DODAF effectively
in your work.
Register here to receive more
information on our courses.
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| Attend this
course if you are:
- A key member of a system or system-of-systems development team
- Concerned about how your system product fits into the larger
context
- Looking for practical methods to use
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The course
is aimed at
- Systems engineers
- Technical team leaders
- Program or project managers
- Others who participate in defining and developing complex systems.
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| Introduction – System
architecting concepts. How architecting fits with systems engineering.
Architectures and Architecting
– o Fundamental concepts. Terms and definitions. Origin of
the terms within systems development. Understanding of the components
of an architecture. Architecting key activities. Foundations of
modern architecting.
Architectural Tools – Architectural
frameworks: DODAF, TOGAF, Zachman, FEAF. Why frameworks exist, and
what they hope to provide. Design patterns and their origin. Using
patterns to generate alternatives. Pattern language and the communication
of patterns. System architecting patterns. Binding patterns into
architectures
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DODAF Overview – Diagram
types (products) within DODAF. Operational Views, System Views,
Technical Standards Views.
DODAF Operational Definition Processes
– Describing an operational environment, and then modifying
it to incorporate new capabilities. Sequences of creation. How to
convert concepts into DODAF products. Practical exercises on each
DODAF product, with review and critique. Teaching method includes
three passes for each product: (a) describing the products, (b)
instructor-led exercise, (c) group work to create a product.
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DODAF Technical Definition Processes
– Converting the operational views into technical architecture.
Matching the new architecture with legacy systems. Sequences of
creation. Linkages between the technical views and the operational
views. Practical exercises on each DODAF product, with review and
critique, again using the three-pass method
DODAF Migration Definition Processes
– How to depict the migration of current systems into future
systems while maintaining operability at each step. Practical exercises
on migration planning.
Continuing Education: This course qualifies for 1.4 CEUs or 14
PDUs
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Mr.
Eric Honour, CSEP, has been in international leadership of
the engineering of systems for a dozen years, part of a 39-year career
of complex systems development and operation. His energetic and informative
presentation style actively involves class participants. He was the
founding Chair of the INCOSE (International Council on Systems Engineering)
Technical Board in 1994, was elected to INCOSE President for 1997,
and served as Director of the Systems Engineering Center of Excellence
(SECOE). He was selected in 2000 for Who’s Who in Science and
Technology and in 2004 as an INCOSE Founder. He is on the editorial
board for Systems Engineering. He has been a systems engineer, engineering
manager, and program manager at Harris Information Systems, E-Systems
Melpar, and Singer Link, preceded by nine years as a US Naval Officer
flying P-3 aircraft. He has led or contributed to the development
of 17 major systems, including the Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation
systems, the Battle Group Passive Horizon Extension System, the National
Crime Information Center 2000, and the DDC1200 Digital Zone Control
system for heating and air conditioning. Mr. Honour now heads Honourcode,
Inc., a consulting firm offering effective methods in the development
of system products. Mr. Honour has a BSSE (Systems Engineering) from
the US Naval Academy, MSEE from the Naval Postgraduate School, and
is a doctoral candidate at the University of South Australia. |
Dr.
Scott Workinger has led innovative technology development
efforts in complex, risk-laden environments for 30 years in the fields
of manufacturing (automotive, glass, optical fiber), engineering and
construction (nuclear, pulp & paper), and information technology
(expert systems, operations analysis, CAD, collaboration technology).
He currently teaches courses on program management and engineering
and consults on strategic management and technology issues. Scott
has a B.S in Engineering Physics from Lehigh University, an M.S. in
Systems Engineering from the University of Arizona, and a Ph.D. in
Civil and Environment Engineering from Stanford University. |
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