Transform Global Security

15.359[J] / 6.9160[J]

Engineering Innovation: Global Security Systems

Prereq: None

U (Spring ’24)

3-3-6 Units

Fridays 10am-1pm | Lunch Provided

 

Upcoming Q&A Session 1/29/24 @ iHQ | 11am | Contact maltieri@mit.edu

Remote Option > https://mit.zoom.us/j/93389090522

 

 

Provides students with the perspective of a chief technology officer and systems engineer in innovation-focused organizations such as the Departments of Defense, DARPA, NATO, and the UN. Discusses technological and innovation measures taken to ensure mutual safety and security globally. Outlines the journey from ideation to impact, revolving around complex engineering design challenges. Involves iterative testing and refinement of solutions, focusing on scalability in operational environments. Emphasis is placed on efficient team-building and leadership within the innovation landscape and is supported by stakeholders. Examines stakeholders’ roles in successfully deploying solutions. Develops skills to organize technical thoughts, write impactful reports, and present convincing arguments effectively. Equips students with the ability to navigate design challenges, adjust to engineering frameworks, and manage use case variations.

F. Murray, V. Bulovic, S. Karaman, G. Keselman, A.J. Perez

https://catalog.mit.edu/search/?search=15.359

 


13 weeks, ~12 hours / week avg. student time

Fridays only for interdepartmental collaboration

Session Archetype
45 MIN Topic specific lecture i.e. AI, robots, fuels, energy etc.
45 MIN Team guided collaboration
30 MIN Plenary de-briefs with instructors
30 MIN Lunch Provided + team guided collaboration
20 MIN Exit debrief & delegating