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IAP 2008 Subjects

Engineering Systems Division

ESD.301
Probability and Statistics
J. Orloff
Schedule: TBD
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
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Prereq: —
Level: G 4 units Graded P/D/F   

A highly-condensed review of topics from basic probability through calculus-based statistical analysis. It assumes previous probability and statistics course work, and is designed to be an intensive review for incoming SDM students. Limited to SDM students except by permission of instructor. Contact: Bill Foley, wfoley@MIT.EDU

ESD.930
Special Graduate Studies in Engineering Systems Division
Know Thy Team: Leadership Skill Building Seminar
Shalom Saar
Tue Jan 15 thru Fri Jan 18, ??-??:00am

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 15-Jan-2008
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Prereq: Permission of instructor
Level: G 3 units Standard A - F Grading Can be repeated for credit   

Opportunity for individual or group study of advanced topics in Engineering Systems Division not otherwise included in the curriculum at MIT. Offerings are initiated by faculty on an ad-hoc basis subject to ESD approval.
MLOG only during IAP. Provides students with the framework and strategies needed to foster and sustain team effectiveness. Examines research that assesses the effectiveness of teams. Explores team dynamics , with emphasis on understanding the roles of team members and the team leader. Integrates team dynamics into instruction on managing transition, creating a compelling vision, designing a supportive structure, communicating effectively, coaching team members, sustaining performance. Includes role-playing exercises.
Contact: Shalom Saar, ssaar@MIT.EDU

ESD.940
Special Graduate Studies in Engineering Systems Division
LAI Lean AcademyTM
Earll M. Murman, Annalisa L. Weigel, Allen C. Haggerty
Wed Jan 23, Thu Jan 24, Fri Jan 25, 08am-05:30pm, 33-116

Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 30 participants.
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Prereq: Students should contact Prof. Murman to pr
Level: G 2 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit   

Opportunity for individual or group study of advanced topics in ESD not otherwise included in the curriculum. Offerings are initiated by faculty on an ad-hoc basis subject to ESD approval.
New aerospace industry or government employees should expect to encounter enterprise programs for continuous improvement, i.e. Lean+ (Boeing), ACE (Pratt & Whitney), AFSO21 (USAF), R6s (Raytheon), LM21 (Lockheed Martin). The course will introduce you to the fundamental Lean Six Sigma principles, practices & tools which underpin these programs & provide you a “hiring differentiator” on your resume. The course has been developed at the urging, & with the participation of such organizations & delivered to 1000+ students nationwide. 50-50 mix of lectures & hands on exercises, + a plant tour to New Balance shoes in Lawrence, MA & speakers from industry.
Contact: Earll M. Murman, murman@mit.edu


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