Introduction to Systems Engineering

Harvard Extension School

CSCI E-178

Section 1

CRN 17347

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This course provides an introduction to systems engineering, which enables the design, development, and management of complex systems across their lifecycle. Students explore fundamental concepts such as requirements engineering, system architecture, risk management, and modeling and simulation. Through real-world case studies, students apply systems-thinking methodologies to engineering challenges in aerospace, defense, information technology (IT), and health care.

Instructor Info

Megan Fillinich, PhD

Vice President, Engineering, General Dynamics Mission Systems


Meeting Info

Sa 11:00am - 1:00pm (9/2 - 12/20)

Participation Option: Online Asynchronous or Online Synchronous

In online asynchronous courses, you are not required to attend class at a particular time. Instead you can complete the course work on your own schedule each week.

Deadlines

Last day to register: August 28, 2025

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students may attend at the scheduled meeting time or watch recorded sessions asynchronously. Recorded sessions are typically available within a few hours of the end of class and no later than the following business day. See minimum technology requirements.

All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
17347 1 Online Asynchronous, Online Synchronous Megan Fillinich Open Sa 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sep 2 to Dec 20
27001 1 Online Asynchronous, Online Synchronous Megan Fillinich Open Sa 11:00am - 1:00pm
Jan 26 to May 16