Basic SE Terminology Flashcards
“System” Definition
“Collection of components, subsystems, or assemblies arranged to a specific design in order to achieve desired functions with acceptable perfromance and reliability”
Why the Definition of “system” is so important
[notes on the disagreement between systems engineers]
How can systems engineers build systems if they do not know
Unprecedented Systems
Systems that represent innovations and radical new designs that depart from traditional designs
AI is NOT equipped to come up with these
Examples:
- The Wright Flyer
- Edison’s Lightbulb
- Bell’s Telephone
- Goddard’s LRE
*The distinction between “precedented” &
“unprecedented” is a matter of degree.
Precedented Systems
Systems for which earlier versions exist and provide the basis for upgrades such as technology and performance improvements
AI is not equipped to come up with these
Examples:
- F14
- Flourecent Lightbulb or LED Lightbulbs
- The iPhone
- The F1 engine
*The distinction between “precedented” &
“unprecedented” is a matter of degree.
“Performing to Plan”
“Performing to plan” means that a project, process, or team is progressing as anticipated according to a pre-established plan, schedule, or set of objectives. It indicates that work is being completed on time, within budget, and according to the specified quality or performance standards laid out in the project or operational plan.
“Performing to plan” is a critical indicator of a project or team’s health, showing that progress is controlled and predictable. It provides stakeholders with confidence that objectives will be met, minimizes last-minute surprises, and typically indicates that project management practices like regular monitoring and corrective actions are in place. This alignment also helps to avoid resource wastage and ensures the project stays aligned with organizational or strategic goals.
Configuration management
Managing changes to system design, and maintaining records of the current configuration
Configuration
The relative arrangement, location or disposition of a subsystem or component within the system.
Configuration refers to
both functional and physical items.
Configuration management
Managing changes to system design, and maintaining records of the current configuration
