Mission Engineering Foundations Courses
Discover the Mission Engineering Primer short course and Fundamentals of Mission Engineering microcredential
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2 days for standard short course with an additional 8 weeks for the microcredential. An extra one-day case study workshop is available for group bookings.
Hybrid – In-Person or Online
Canberra
$2090.00
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Overview
Mission engineering is gaining popularity in addressing complex operational problems faced by defence forces and industries world-wide. Our Mission Engineering Foundation courses provide the most time-effective delivery of core concepts of mission engineering.
In today's fast-paced and complex world, industries across the spectrum, from defence to healthcare, energy, and beyond, face unprecedented challenges that demand integrated, innovative solutions. Mission engineering provides a holistic approach to tackling these challenges, ensuring that capabilities and strategies align with overarching goals in dynamic and uncertain environments.
Mission Engineering Primer Short CourseÌý
ThisÌý2 day short course will introduce you to the principles and practices that drive success in complex mission-driven activities. Through active engagement with facilitators and peers, you engage in meaningful discussion and reflect on the learning content. An additional one-day case study workshop is also available for group bookings of 6 or more.Ìý
Fundamentals of Mission Engineering Microcredential
You can choose to continue your learning beyond the short course by adding the Fundamentals of Mission Engineering microcredential to your study plans. This 8 week program delves further into the concepts of missions engineering and gives you the opportunity to consolidate your understanding and receive an accredited two units of postgraduate credit for your studies. The microcredential is taught through weekly one-hour tutorials, delivered by expert academics and industry specialists in the field. The two assignments within the course allows you to reflect on your learnings and implement your new knowledge and skills.
The Fundamentals of Mission Engineering microcredential is available to be studied for up to 12 months after completion of the Mission Engineering Primer short course. For more information contact the Short Courses team.
Course content
- Definition and scope of mission engineering.
- Key terminology in mission engineering.
- Historical context and evolution of mission engineering.
- Attributes of problems suited to mission engineering
- Mission engineering processes
- Applicable system engineering concepts
- An introduction to how modelling and simulation can optimise solutions
Learning outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe essential mission engineering and system architecture concepts and key terms and language.
- Relate systems engineering and modelling concepts in mission engineering.
- Apply systems engineering and modelling concepts in mission engineering process.
Who should attend
This course is tailored for those without prior exposure to mission engineering, systems engineering, and complex system theory. It benefits anyone involved in defence, national security, or any industry requiring robust solutions to complex problems, as this course aims to equip them with the knowledge and skills to navigate and succeed in today’s multifaceted operational landscapes.
Prerequisites:Ìý
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Facilitator
Travis HuntÌý
TravisÌý Hunt is a Defence Industry Specialist within the UNSW Capability Systems Centre.Ìý He holds an undergraduate degree in Aeronautical Engineering and a Master of System Engineering from UNSW.Ìý He is a Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineers Australia and was awarded Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD) status by the Australian Institute of Project Management.Ìý Travis’ professional career has spanned engineering and project management roles across Defence and into defence industry. Projects have included organisation transformation, capability delivery and development of advanced systems.
As an Industry Specialist, his research and education interests include system engineering, mission engineering and project delivery. Travis is particularly passionate about how contemporary and emerging system engineering and modelling practices can enhance communication and collaboration within multi-disciplined project teams.Ìý Ìý
Kumudu Amarawardhana
Kumudu Amarawardhana is a lecturer at the Capability Systems Centre at UNSW Canberra, specialising in microgrid systems and integrating renewable energy resources. She obtained her doctorate degree from the University of Tasmania and has served as a university lecturer for about five years, making significant contributions to STEMM education in regional areas of Australia. She also holds an MSc in sustainable energy engineering, a certificate in sustainability and economics from Sweden, and a BSc in mechanical engineering (Honours) from Sri Lanka.
With over a decade of experience as an engineer in the Sri Lanka Air Force, she brings invaluable industrial exposure in mechanical, aeronautical, and explosive engineering. Her current focus is on leading a project to professionalise mission engineering in defence and various other industries.
Cancellation policy
Courses will be held subject to sufficient registrations. UNSW Canberra reserves the right to cancel a course up to five working days prior to commencement of the course. If a course is cancelled, you will have the opportunity to transfer your registration or be issued a full refund. If registrant cancels within 10 days of course commencement, a 50% registration fee will apply. UNSW Canberra is a registered ACT provider under ESOS Act 2000-CRICOS provider Code 00098G.