65 courses in the 1975–76 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
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Department of Systems Design Undergraduate Course Descriptions Professor, Chairman 101 Tutorial 102 Tutorial T.M. Fraser, M.B., C.B.(Edinburgh), M.Sc(Ohio Systems Design first year students wil! meet with a
State), L.M.C.C., F.A.C.P.M., F.AM. faculty member designated as their class professor.
; Performance in assignments, conceptual difficulties
Faculty listed in 1975–76
Professor, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Studies with courses, inter-relation of coursework, later work GN, Soulis, B.A .Sc.(Toronto) and engineering practice will be discussed.
Non-credit courses Associate Professor, Associate Chairman
Faculty listed in 1975–76
K. Huseyin, M.Sc.([stanbul), Ph.D.(London) 111 Calculus 1 Sets and functions. Limits and continuity. Derivatives Professors and differential formulas. Differentials. Extrema. HK. Kesavan, B.Sc., B.E.(Mysore), M.S (Illinois), Anti-derivatives, indefinite integrals. Integration as Ph.D.(Michigan State) the limit of a sum. Areas, transcendental functions. L, March, B.A., Dip.Arch., M.A{Cambridge) Multi-variable functions, partial derivatives, multi- P.H. O’N.Roe, B.A.Sc.(Toronto), M.Sc., Ph.D. variable differentials, multi-variable integrals. (Waterloo)
Associate Professors Techniques of systematic integration, applications of MLL. Constant, B.A.Sc.(Toronto) : integration. Sequences, series, infinite series, power P.H. Meincke, B.Sc.(Manitoba) Series, with applications. G.F. Rabideau, B.A.(Wisconsin), M.A .(Wisconsin), Ph.D (Purdue) 113 Linear Algebra (formerly SD 115) P.L. Seeley, B.A.Sc.(Toronto) . Symbolic logic. Matrices, matrix algebra, introduction B.L. Wills, B.A.Sc., M.A.Sc., Ph.D.(Waterloo) to functions of a matrix. Matrix partitioning. Vectors and vector spaces. Subspaces, independence. Spanning Assistant Professors sets, basis of a vector space, coordinates of a vector. M. Chandrashekar, B.Tech.(I.LT. Kanpur), M.A Sc., Permutations. Determinants and their properties. Ph.D.(Waterloo) Cofactors, adjoint and inverses of a matrix. Rank C.K.G. Hahn, M.A.Sc.(Waterloo) of a matrix, linear transformation and partitioning. D. Kochhar, B.Tech.(Kharagpur), M.A.Sc., Ph.D. Eigenvalues. (Waterloo) R.K. Ragade, B.Sc.(B.H.U. Varanasi), B.E.(1ISc. 114 Theory and Applications of Probability Bangalore), M.Tech., Ph.D.(11.T. Kanpur) Algebra of events, sample spaces and probability F. Sengupta, B.A Se(Cairo), Dipl(Einsham U.), measures. Construction of probabilistic models and Dipl.(Cairo), M.Sc.(Case) measures for various applications. Conditional prob- S. Toida, B.S.(Tokyo), M.A.Sc., Ph.D.{Ilinois) ability and Bayes Theorem. Random variables and expected values. Discrete/continuous probability. Instructors Probability distributions. Joint probability. Functions Y.S. Ho, B.Sc.(Taiwan), M.Sc.(Toronto), Ph.D. of random variables. Sums of random variables, limit (Waterloo) ; problems. Applications in stochastic processes, time G.J. Savage, B.A.Sc., M.A.Sc.(Waterloo) statistics, information theory, stochastic (probabilistic)
modeling in systems. Visiting Professor F.H. Branin, Jr., B.A.(Middletown, Conn.), M.A., 121 Digital Computation Ph.D (Princeton) Introduction to electronic digital computers; hardware and software organization, basic features of Fortran, examples of efficient algorithms for engineering computations.
The man-machine environment complex; the nature of the operational environment; human sensory processes, perception, human information processing; motor function; human, work, skill, fatigue; problems of acoustic noise, vibration, heat, cold; needs of ventilation, lighting.
Introduction to the ideas and techniques of systems analysis and design. Data collection and handling, statistical methods, systems representation, modelling and simulation, allocation of function and interface design, systems dynamics. Examples from various areas such as container handling, air traffic control, telephone systems, work group systems, local government, respiratory systems, economics of ship building, etc.
An introductory course on the principles of engineering design culminating in a project involving the solution of a relevant need. Specific topics introduced are: The systems approach, principles of planning, the statement of a design problem and the flow of information. Innovation and the creation of design solutions, physical, economic and financial feasibility, solution evaluation and selection, Value and utility, simulation, modelling and optimization.
Statics of particles, vectors, equilibrium of rigid bodies, centroids, the analysis of structures, forces in beams and cables, friction and moments of inertia.
Fundamentals of Graphics with emphasis on basic techniques required for visual communication and computation. Use of graphics as an aid to idea generation in design. The course includes projects designed to enhance the creative abilities of the student.
SYDE 184Electricity and Magnetism (formerly SD 281) Electric charge, Coulomb’s Law of Electrostatic
Forces; Electric fields, Gauss’ Law, conductors and electric fields; Electric Potential; Capacitance, dielectrics. Magnetic fields, flux of magnetic induction; current, resistance and electric circuits; Induced EMF, inductance, Lenz’ law, Faraday’s law; magnetism in matter, transformers, motors, generators, introduction to basic electronic devices.
An integrated laboratory sequence stressing human sensing and an introduction to electronic measurement techniques. Part of the material will be chosen
Systems Design second year students will meet a faculty member designated as their class professor. Performance in assignments, conceptual difficulties with courses, inter-relation of coursework, later wi ia and engineering practice wil! be discussed. Non-credit courses
SYDE 211Applicable Mathematics for Systems Design 1
(Alsu listed as Mathematics 61).
First order differential equations, integrating factor, higher order differential equations. Complex variables, forced and free solutions to differential equations, transient and steady state solutions, applications. Fourier series, Fourier transforms and applications.
SYDE 212Applicable Mathematics for Systems Design 2 (Also listed as Mathematics 62)
Laplace transforms. Solution of ordinary linear differential equations by Laplace transforms, applications. Residue calculus and its relation to inverse Laplace transforms. Functions of the complex variable. Difference equations. Z transforms.
Sample statistics and their distributions. Order statistics and their distributions. Decision making under uncertainty. Statistical inference: Estimation and testing statistical hypothesis. The theory of the least squares and regression analysis. Selected applications.
Application of digital computers to the solution of equations; determinants and matrices; eigenvalue problems, numerical solution of ordinary differential equations; difference equations, numerical integration ‘methods; error analysis.
Component models, interconnection models, system” equations and their rank properties and solutions. These concepts are developed with respect to electrical
A probiem and project oriented course wherein emphasis is placed on designing and presenting creative solutions to real-life problems. The problems are selected to cover all disciplines to which the student becomes exposed each year. Both the problems and the student’s work are expected to increase in sophistication and complexity in accordance with the student’s progress through the course.
The manipulation and arrangement of defined spaces with emphasis on the interrelation between spatial geometry and spatial perception; the creation of the perceived spatial patterns or designs by the use of module, proportion, rhythm, and symmetry in spatial arrangement; theories of spatial perception, spatial packing and their contribution to the problem of creating spatial arrangements.
Statics and resistance of materials, Equilibrium of particles, rigid bodies and deformable bodies. Vector fields, Bay systems. Stress-strain relationships. Elastic and inelastic behaviour of prismatic members subjected to axial, shearing, torsional and flexural deformations.
An introductory course in engineering Thermodynamics structured for students in Systems Design. Classical thermodynamics is presented as the systematic study of energy: its use, degradation, and waste. Applications focus on problems of energy and environment. The concepts of statistical thermodynamics are introduced briefly and their connection with information theory are described.
“Fundamental concepts in Systems using fluid flow. Basic treatment of statics, kinematics and dynamics of fluids. Conservation laws, Similarity and dimensional analysis. Brief introductions into boundary layers, lift and drag, ideal and compressible flow.
SYDE 286Introduction to Biochemical and Polymer Systems
An introduction to the chemistry of amino acids, peptides, proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids. An introduction to polymer chemistry, isomerism, chain-growth polymerization and co-polymerization, ionic polymerization.
A continuation of §D192 for second year students. The emphasis will be on electronic measurement techniques and associated transducers. Some of the material will be chosen to accompany SD281.
Systems Design third year students will meet with a faculty member designated as their class professor. Performance in assignments, conceptual difficulties with courses, inter-relation of coursework, later work and engineering practice will be discussed. Non-credit courses
Introduction and background to the application of scientific models to the study of operational problems. This course is intended to present an integrated view of the “deterministic operations research models.” Topics will include: mathematical techniques of unconstrained and constrained optimization, followed by the construction, evaluation and applicability of various models in allocation, inventory, replacement, sequencing and related problems.
System modelling, discrete and continuous system models; system simulation techniques, digital computer methods, fundamentals of analog computation, time and magnitude scaling; analog computer simulation methods; digital simulation of analog computers; block-oriented languages; advantages and disadvantages of digital and analog simulation techniques, introduction to system simulation using hybrid computers..
Boolean algebra, number systems and data representation; flip flops and registers; computer operation, control unit, instruction sequencing, arithmetic unit; storage organization; operating systems, compilers, assemblers, multiprogramming, multiprocessing and time-sharing.
Theory and application of linear programming, techniques: simplex, the transportation and assignment problems, duality and degeneracy. Industrial applications to production and inventory control. Selected problems from nonlinear and dynamic programming.
Optimum seeking methods: analysis of experimental optimum-seeking techniques. Studies include deterministic and stochastic problems, Topics include: single variable search,:simultaneous and sequential search, simulations and sequential search, geometry of multidimensional response surfaces and methods of steepest ascent; regression analysis with a systematic treatment of the analysis of multiple classifications involving fixed and random effects and crossed and nested variables of classification. Applications of statistical methods to the efficient design of industrial experiments with considerations to suitability.
SYDE 341Ergonomics of Special Environments (formerly
SD 541)
Neuroendocrine system and the human response to stress (Adaptation); sustained acceleration, weightlessness and restrictive confinement; hypobarism, hypoxia, and high altitude; hyperbarism and underwater environments; impact acceleration and automotive safety; toxic atmospheric contamination.
SYDE 352Algorithms for Computer-Aided System Analysis
(formerly SD 354)
Techniques for tree selection, manipulation of topological information, evaluation of the exponential function of a matrix, etc. The emphasis is on the algorithms but students will be expected to implement them on the computer. The course includes a survey of the capabilities of existing programmes for system analysis.
State equations for two-terminal component systems; time varying and non-linear components; analytical solutions for state models, numerical and analogue methods for solution.
The generation and forming of surfaces. Concepts of design of tooling for manufacturing processes. The influence of materials on processes’and choice of processes on design. The behaviour of materials in processes. Process limitations, tolerances, accuracy, surface finish and economics. The elements of cost in manufacturing. Determination of manufacturing times and cost of production.
SYDE 366Aesthetic and Perceptual Aspects of Design
(formerly SD 563)
Presentation and discussion of appropriate and possible methods for the design of systems or artifacts in which aesthetic characteristics and visual form are primary requirements of the design.
A general introduction to the science of materials: so providing a basic understanding of the scientific principles involved and an introduction to the wide variety of materials available to the designer today. To demonstrate some of the important relationships existing between the structure of a material and its properties, and to consider some of the ways in which materials are shaped, formed and fabricated into articles for our everyday use.
Component models of various electronic devices, oscillation, amplification, modulation, detection, application to instrumentation.
391 Systems Design Laboratory 3 A continuation of SD291 for third year students.
392 Systems Design Laboratory 4
401 Tutorial 402 Tutorial
Systems Design fourth year students will meet with a faculty member designated as their class professor. Conceptual difficulties, the inter-relation of course work and engineering practice will, be discussed. Non-credit courses
A continuation of SD311, with emphasis on Stochastic Operations Research Models. Topics will include; Decision making under uncertainty, queuing models and related probabilistic techniques, feed back control, probabilistic inventory, competitive strategies
The design process; computer-oriented system models; simulation languages for continuous and discrete systems; man-machine interaction; design of problemoriented computer language.
The course deals with economics in the engineering design environment. The economics of resource assignment to research and development, applications of such techniques as benefit/cost and cost/effectiveness analysis to engineering design projects; economic problems with product life, obsolescence, design cycles, etc.
The course encompasses techniques for the analysis of systems for which physical laws do not provide a simple guideline, viz, systems in which there is human intervention and decision making. Topics include macroscopic modelling of large scale resource and societal systems, decomposition techniques, graphtheoretic and computer based methods of analysis, decision and control problems, other problems concerned with complexity, largeness and aggregation.
The application of non-quantitative game theory to the analysis of conflict, particularly conflicts arising in the implementation of design projects, the general characteristics, (through Metagame theory) and specific applied techniques for analyzing conflicts between parties each with separate objectives.
The structure and function of man in relation to systems design; the relationship of biology and human physiology to engineering; biological concepts, biological variation. Introductory concepts in molecular biology and genetics; the'cell as a micro-system; the role of water transport; man as a complex of systems and subsystems; the nature of selected subsystems (including introduction to electrophysiology.
The Man-machine interface; communication and the design of displays (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, tactile, etc.); human motor activities, speed, accuracy, strength and force; functional operation and the design of controls; illumination, colour, and design of workplaces.
SYDE 451Multi-Terminal Representations. and Piecewise Analysis ‘of Physical Systems -
Multi-terminal representations, coupled 2-terminal components, tree transformations, solution of large systems through subsystems, two-ports and their interconnection, equivalent 2-terminal component systems.
Applications of systems theory to the analysis of hydraulic systems; particular emphasis is given to the analysis and design of fluid distribution systems. -
A continuation of the Systems Design Worfkshop for fourth year students. The emphasis will be on an individual problem chosen from the student's technical option area.
Introduction to problems of definition and enclosure of space with structure and materials; occupancy problems; functional criteria. Problems associated with the effect on the user’s perception of spatial arrangements associated with the manipulation of materials and structural design will be discussed.
SYDE 464Theory and Application of Photographic Methods to Measurement and Design
The basic theory of photographic measurement techniques; photo-instrumentation; high and low speed data recording techniques and theory; submicrosecond shadow-graphs; photomicrography and photomacrography; theory and visual techniques of photographing physical models; visual perception in engineering design; pulsed visual teaching and learning methods; photographic methods for design and industry; specialized applications and data analyzing tools.
The nature and design of machine-mediated human communication systems. Consideration will be given to displays, computer graphics, computer-aided instruction and mass communication media (Film, T.V., radio, print). The design of new media, innovation.
A system approach will be adopted with special attention to the socio-economic effects of such systems.
Fundamental definitions, properties of circuits, paths a graph, and Euler graphs. Properties of cutsets. Matrizx representation of linear graphs and trees. Planar graphs and their duals. Nonplanar graphs, pseudo cuts and duals. Oriented graphs.
§12 Application of Linear Graph Theory Topological formulas for general linear systems, synthesis of communication nets, system diagnosis. Applications to switching theory, sociology, economics, etc.
A detailed study of two major simulation languages, one continuous (CSMP or equivalent) and one discrete-event (GPSS or equivalent). Simulation projects.
Industrial and Non-Industrial facilities. Networks, locational analysis, physical layout and spatial analysis, allocation of facilities, criteria for optimality, utilization and occupation, various operations research techniques for the analysis and synthesis of networks of facilities, n-job, m-machine problem.
SYDE 542Human Eingineering and Systems Development
Human function in systems; man’s capacities and limitations as a component of a complex system; assignment of operations to man and machine, equipment design in relation to human capacity; training programmes, procedures, and devices; task description and analysis; analytic methods for test and evaluation in human engineering.
Significance of ergonomics; man-machine-environment complex; physiology of work, fatigue, and boredom; environmental factors in industry (noise, vibration, vision, illumination, heat, cold, toxic chemicals, radiation); industrial, and automotive safety.