SYSM6323 - Functional Safety Systems

SYSM 6323 Functional Safety Systems (3 semester credit hours) Exploration of functional safety systems in various industries from a technical and management perspective. Students will perform individual case studies on functional safety best practices in selected industries such as machinery, transportation, medical, process sector, and energy storage. Students will collaborate on cross-functional teams for practical experience conducting weekly activities in Functional Safety Management, Hazard and Risk Assessment, Safety Concepts, Safety Requirements Specifications, Safety Design Documentation, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Validation and Verification, Functional Safety Assessment and Certification. Industry partners will guide students throughout the course and participate in the final project mock assessment and certification. Prerequisite: SYSM 6301 or MECH 6337. (3-0) Y