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== Welcome to SEBoK v. 2.10 ==
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The SEBoK provides a guide to the [[Primary References|key knowledge sources and references]] of {{Term|Systems Engineering (glossary)|systems engineering}} organized and explained to assist a wide variety of individuals. It is a living product, accepting community input continuously, with regular refreshes and updates. The SEBoK is not a compendium but instead references existing literature.
  
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==Welcome to SEBoK version 1.1.2==
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'''Systems engineering''' is an interdisciplinary approach and means to enable the full life cycle of successful {{Term|Product System (glossary)|product}}, {{Term|Service_System_(glossary)|service}} and {{Term|Enterprise_System_(glossary)|enterprise}} systems.  It includes problem discovery and formulation, solution definition and realization, and operational use, sustainment, and disposal. It can be applied to single-problem situations or to the management of multiple interventions in commercial or public enterprises. Those new to systems engineering can find introductory articles which provide an [[Systems Engineering Overview|overview of systems engineering]], place it in [[Systems Engineering: Historic and Future Challenges|historical context]], and discuss its [[Economic Value of Systems Engineering|economic value]] in [[SEBoK Introduction|Part 1]] of this body of knowledge.</div>
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On behalf of [[Acknowledgements|the more than 70 authors]], the editors, and the three SEBoK steward organizations – the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Computer Society (IEEE-CS), and the Systems Engineering Research Center (SERC) – welcome to the ''Guide to the Systems Engineering Body of Knowledge (SEBoK)'' version 1.1.2. This version was released 1 August 2013, and contains [[Release History|a small number of content changes]] and wiki additions to version 1.1.1, which was released in June 2013. In addition to the release of v. 1.1.2, the authors are also releasing the first iteration of the SEBoK Sandbox, a collaborative space for members of the community to provide more detailed feedback on and input to the SEBoK. Please '''[http://www.sebokwiki.org/sandbox/ visit the Sandbox]''' for more information.
 
  
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The SEBoK provides a compendium of the [[Primary References|key knowledge sources and references]] of systems engineering, organized and explained to assist a wide variety of users.  It is a living document, accepting [[SEBoK Review and Adjudication |community input]] continuously, and [[Editors' Note|regularly refreshed and updated]].
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==What's New?==
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[[File:DownloadtheSEBoK.png|200px|right|link={{filepath:Guide_to_the_Systems_Engineering_Body_of_Knowledge_v2.10.pdf}}]]
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The latest update includes:
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*A new [[Get Involved]] invitation page including a new SEBoK content review form
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*Significant Part 3 [[Systems Engineering and Management]] updates to reflect current practice
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**Renaming of [[System Life Cycle Models]] articles to simplify the titles
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**A new [[Requirements Management]] article
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**"Business and Mission Analysis" knowledge area renamed to [[System Concept Definition]]
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**"Stakeholder Needs and Requirements" is now [[Stakeholder Needs Definition]]
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**"Stakeholder Requirements Definition" is now [[System Requirements Definition]]
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==About Systems Engineering==
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You will see these identified in the left side outline and in the [[SEBoK Table of Contents]] page. Enjoy!
  
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[[Systems Engineering (glossary)|Systems engineering]] is an interdisciplinary approach and means to enable the realization of successful systems. Separate articles in [[SEBoK Introduction|Part 1]] provide an [[Systems Engineering Overview|overview of systems engineering]], place it in [[Systems Engineering: Historic and Future Challenges|historical context]], and discuss its [[Economic Value of Systems Engineering| economic value]].
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==SEBoK Organization==
  
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Systems engineering has roots in [[Systems |systems science]]. Major sections (called knowledge areas (KAs)) in [[Systems |Part 2]] discuss [[Systems Fundamentals]], [[Systems Thinking]], [[Representing Systems with Models]], and the [[Systems Approach Applied to Engineered Systems]].
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{{Structure|625px|'''Figure 1. Scope of SEBoK: Parts and related knowledge.''' Click on a Part to navigate to it. (SEBoK Original).|right}}
  
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==About the SEBoK==
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The SEBoK is a '''guide''' to the broad scope of SE-related knowledge. The core of this is tested and proven knowledge that has been developed through practice, documented, reviewed, and discussed by the SE community.  In addition, the SEBoK also covers some of the emerging aspects of SE practice, such as Systems of Systems, Agile Life Cycle approaches and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
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The SEBoK is organized into [[SEBoK Table of Contents|7 parts]], with a [[Glossary of Terms]] and a list of [[Primary References]].
 
  
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* [[SEBoK Introduction|Part 1]] discusses the [[Scope of the SEBoK]], and its [[Structure of the SEBoK|structure]], including its hierarchy of parts, [[:Category:Knowledge_Area|knowledge areas]], and [[:Category:Topic|topics]]. Part 1 also includes a lengthy discussion of [[SEBoK Users and Uses]], including five [[:Category:Use_Case|use cases]].
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Systems engineering has its roots in the fundamentals, principles, and models of foundational systems sciences, and associated management and engineering sciences. It is effective systems engineering processes are applied within a managed life cycle working with a number of other management, engineering, and specialist disciplines. While traditionally applied to product development, systems engineering can also be applied to {{Term|Service_System_(glossary)|service}} and {{Term|Enterprise_System_(glossary)|enterprise}} systems. As systems engineering is a collaborative approach, working with other engineering and management disciplines and specialties, it relies on competencies at the individual and team levels and appropriate structure and governance at organizational levels.
  
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Starting from this basic view of the scope of knowledge relevant to SE, the SEBoK is organized into [[SEBoK Table of Contents|8 parts]] as shown in Figure 1. '''Click on Figure 1 to navigate to any part of the SEBoK.'''
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As a compendium, much of the content has restricted intellectual property rights.  This [[Bkcase Wiki:Copyright |copyright information]] is placed on each page, and must be respected. The SEBoK copyright is held by the Trustees of the Stevens Institute of Technology, and plans for the transfer of the copyright are discussed in the [[Editors' Note]].
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The SEBoK includes a [[Glossary of Terms|glossary]] and a list of [[Primary References|recommended references]]. The main content of the SEBoK can be downloaded as a PDF for offline access if desired.
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When BKCASE began, the editors struggled to balance the open access and constant change of a wiki with the archival integrity of a journal. To satisfy both the need for a stable baseline and the desire for broader community involvement, we have implemented a new collaborative space. The '''SEBoK Sandbox''' is a copy of the SEBoK that is separate from the baseline version where anyone in the community can edit articles, recommend new content, or provide comments on existing articles. It is important to note that while anyone in the community can gain access to the Sandbox, all submissions must still be approved by the Editorial Board before they will be folded into a new baseline version of the SEBoK. For more information on how this works, please '''[http://www.sebokwiki.org/sandbox visit the Sandbox]'''.
 
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<center>'''SEBoK v. 2.10, released 06 May 2024'''</center>

Latest revision as of 12:47, 6 May 2024


On behalf of the Editorial Board, the Governing Board, and our authors and sponsors, welcome to SEBoK version 2.10.
Released 06 May 2024

Welcome to SEBoK v. 2.10

The SEBoK provides a guide to the key knowledge sources and references of systems engineeringsystems engineering organized and explained to assist a wide variety of individuals. It is a living product, accepting community input continuously, with regular refreshes and updates. The SEBoK is not a compendium but instead references existing literature.

Systems engineering is an interdisciplinary approach and means to enable the full life cycle of successful productproduct, serviceservice and enterpriseenterprise systems. It includes problem discovery and formulation, solution definition and realization, and operational use, sustainment, and disposal. It can be applied to single-problem situations or to the management of multiple interventions in commercial or public enterprises. Those new to systems engineering can find introductory articles which provide an overview of systems engineering, place it in historical context, and discuss its economic value in Part 1 of this body of knowledge.

What's New?

DownloadtheSEBoK.png

The latest update includes:

You will see these identified in the left side outline and in the SEBoK Table of Contents page. Enjoy!

SEBoK Organization

Part 1. SEBoK IntroductionPart 4. Applications of SEPart 6. Related DisciplinesPart 7. SE Implementation ExamplesPart 5. Enabling SEPart 2. SE FoundationsPart 3. SE & ManagementPart 8. Emerging Knowledge
Figure 1. Scope of SEBoK: Parts and related knowledge. Click on a Part to navigate to it. (SEBoK Original).

The SEBoK is a guide to the broad scope of SE-related knowledge. The core of this is tested and proven knowledge that has been developed through practice, documented, reviewed, and discussed by the SE community. In addition, the SEBoK also covers some of the emerging aspects of SE practice, such as Systems of Systems, Agile Life Cycle approaches and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

Systems engineering has its roots in the fundamentals, principles, and models of foundational systems sciences, and associated management and engineering sciences. It is effective systems engineering processes are applied within a managed life cycle working with a number of other management, engineering, and specialist disciplines. While traditionally applied to product development, systems engineering can also be applied to serviceservice and enterpriseenterprise systems. As systems engineering is a collaborative approach, working with other engineering and management disciplines and specialties, it relies on competencies at the individual and team levels and appropriate structure and governance at organizational levels.

Starting from this basic view of the scope of knowledge relevant to SE, the SEBoK is organized into 8 parts as shown in Figure 1. Click on Figure 1 to navigate to any part of the SEBoK.

The SEBoK includes a glossary and a list of recommended references. The main content of the SEBoK can be downloaded as a PDF for offline access if desired.

SEBoK Governance

The SEBoK is overseen by the Governing Board appointed by the stewards, who oversee the SEBoK Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board. The stewards contribute resources to manage the SEBoK wiki, support new releases, and encourage SEBoK adoption. Volunteer authors from the worldwide SE community continue to propose and create new content. Other volunteers review that new content. The stewards are INCOSE, the IEEE Systems Council, and Stevens Institute of Technology.

SEBoK Stewards
International Council on Systems Engineering
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Systems Council
Stevens Institute of Technology

Contact us at sebok@incose.net.

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