Multidisciplinary Design Optimization
MDO is essential for product excellence in today’s competitive landscape. It integrates and optimizes coupled disciplines simultaneously, significantly enhancing the design of complex systems.
Model-Based Systems Engineering
MBSE offers a holistic system development approach, integrating requirements, design, and analysis. Combining MDO with MBSE ensures optimal performance and success.
Business Intelligence
Integrate our methodology with advanced technical management workflows like data analytics, BI, and project management. Leverage automations and even AI to maximise corporate effectiveness and efficiency.
Everything You Need and More…
Structured Lessons and
Hands-on Examples
Our lessons begin with an explanation of core concepts and theories, followed by numerous hands-on examples to ensure you can effectively apply what you’ve learned.
Student License for
Every Software We Use
Student licenses for all the software we use, including OPCloud, our primary MBSE tool, are provided for free (originally priced at $2,500 per year) and remain valid throughout the duration of the course.
Bring-Your-Own-Problem (BYOP) Initiative
Each student enrolled in our curriculum has the option to replace the final coursework project with a personal problem of their choice. This option is ideal if you wish to apply your learning directly to your work or studies, with guidance from our instructors.
Discord Server
Exclusive to Students
Join our dedicated Discord server where you can interact directly with our instructors, ask questions and receive guidance. This is also a great opportunity to connect with your fellow classmates to share insights and expand your network.
Our Syllabus
Our syllabus is divided into 9 modules, each containing several chapters. Every chapter features multiple video lessons, hands-on exercises, and questions to reinforce your understanding. At the end of each module, you’ll undertake a project designed to challenge you to apply what you’ve learned.
M.1 Systems Engineering Theories
Foundational Systems Engineering theories to prepare you for the upcoming modules.
- Systems Theory
- System Development Lifecycle
- Systems Engineering Framework
- Requirements and Facts Management
- Validation and Verification
- MBSE vs SE
M.2 Object Process Methodology
Foundational knowledge and practical applications of Object Process Methodology, our primary modelling language used throughout the course.
- Objects and Processes
- Relations
- Complexity Management
- Operation and Control
- Simulation and Model Execution
M.3 OPCloud for System Modelling
Building on the previous modules, M.3 provides step-by-step tutorials on using OPCloud to model any systems or scenarios.
- Stereotypes
- System Diagrams
- System Modelling Project
M.4 OPCloud for Systems Engineering
Building on the previous modules, M.4 provides step-by-step tutorials on using OPCloud as an MBSE tool for various systems engineering work.
- OPM Requirements
- Design Validation
- Product Verification
- Safety Analyses
- Requirements Management
- MBSE Project
M.5 Optimization Mathematics
Foundational mathematics for understanding and implementing abstract optimizations.
- Optimization Problem Formulation
- Numerical Models and Solvers
- Computing Derivatives
- Gradient-Based vs Gradient Free Optimizations
- Surrogate-Based Optimizations
- Optimizations Under Uncertainty
- Mathematical Optimization Project
M.6 Multidisciplinary and Multi-Objective Design Optimizations
Foundational theories of Multidisciplinary and subsequently Multi-Objective Optimizations applied to product design.
- MDO Problem Representation
- Models and Coupling Variables
- MDO Architectures
- MOO Problem Formulation
- Pareto Optimality
- MOO Methods
- Design Optimization Project
M.7 OPCloud for Design Optimization
Building on the previous modules, M.7 provides step-by-step tutorials on using OPCloud to orchestrate and implement a Multidisciplinary and Multi-Objective optimization of your system.
- Sub-models
- System diagrams
- Design Optimisation Project / Bring-Your-Own-Project
M.8 OPCloud for Technical Management
Step-by-step tutorials on elevating your system development experience by integrating the OPCloud models to external applications for technical management.
- Model templates
- Data Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Project Management
- Technical Management Project
M.9 Automations
Step-by-step tutorials on setting up automations and leveraging state-of-the-art technology such as GenAI to accelerate your system development process.
- Documentations
- More coming soon…
Discover Our Courses
* Modules within a curriculum are released as microcourses before the curriculum is launched. For more information refer to FAQ below.
Design Optimization Curriculum
— Ideal for System Designers —
Coming soon in mid 2024!
(microcourses available now)
Systems Engineering Curriculum
— Ideal for System Engineers —
Coming soon in late 2024!
Technical Management Curriculum
— Ideal for Technical Managers —
Coming soon in early 2025!
FAQs
What’s the value of Multidisciplinary Design Optimization?
In today’s increasingly competitive business landscape, MDO is essential for making your product truly stand out and perform at its best. Unlike traditional sequential methods, MDO integrates various disciplines and applies optimization techniques simultaneously, ensuring the true optimum solution. It is ideal for complex and multidisciplinary system development environment.
What’s the value of Model-Based Systems Engineering in design optimization?
While MDO is crucial for product excellence, without integration into the broader business architecture, it remains isolated and prone to failure. This is where MBSE comes in. MBSE seeks to bridge the gap by providing a holistic approach to system development, leveraging models to capture requirements, design, and analysis in a unified framework. By integrating MDO with MBSE, businesses can ensure optimal performance and sustainable success.
Why join OptimiSE Academy?
We are the only online academy that focuses on Multidisciplinary Design Optimization in the context of Model-Based Systems Engineering. This is because everything we teach is based on our tried and tested methodology that has been implemented on various industry leading corporates and startups and perfected over the years.
Our course emphasises both theories and hands-on implementations, and we even provide you with the software license you need to trial this workflow.
Is OptimiSE Academy right for me?
If you are interested in learning a Multidisciplinary Design Optimization and Model-Based Systems Engineering methodology that can be adopted right away at work or at school, our course is for you.
Alternatively, if you are interested in applying the methodology more widely in your company, visit OptimiSE, our consultancy firm, where we provide an end-to-end solution that includes design optimization, setting up of the design and MBSE suite, upskilling of employees and more.
What’s the difference between a microcourse and a curriculum?
As we prepare to launch our three curricula over the coming year, we will release each module as a microcourse at a lower price for interested students. This approach allows us to efficiently gather feedback and continually improve our courses.
Once all modules are released, they will be bundled and launched as a complete curriculum. Students who enrolled in the microcourses will be eligible for discounts when purchasing the remaining modules or the full curriculum.
How long do I have to complete the course?
Once you enrol into the course, there will be no time limit for completing your learning. However, your OPCloud license will only be valid for the expected course duration. If you need an extension, feel free to contact us, and we can arrange something for you.
Are there any prerequisites to the course?
Our course is designed to teach you everything you need from scratch so there are no prerequisites.
Any theories or concepts involving advanced mathematics or systems knowledge will be explained in layman’s terms and, more importantly, illustrated through real-world examples where you can easily relate to and understand.
Lessons involving coding or computation will always include source code and step-by-step tutorials on the setup so you will be able to start right away, even without any prior programming knowledge.
Can I earn a certificate?
Yes! All of our microcourses or curricula come with a certificate of completion. To earn it, you must pass all chapter and module quizzes. But don’t worry — there’s no limit to the number of attempts, and you can always reach out to us on Discord for any questions or assistance!
Is there a free trial?
The initial lessons of every microcourse or curriculum are available for free preview, allowing you to sample the course content. Explore the respective course page to learn more.
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