Getting Design Right: A Systems Approach

By Peter L. Jackson

Book Overview

Classroom-tested and industry-reviewed, this text takes readers through the steps of customer-focused design. It integrates aspects from both design and systems engineering to provide a solid understanding of the fundamental principles and best practices in these areas. The author examines software engineering from a behavioral perspective that results in an object-oriented methodology. He also presents a holistic view of design by covering project management and scheduling. Through case studies and useful design challenges, the text encourages readers to create an initial product design and project plan. Numerous relevant spreadsheet files are available on the book's website.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1439811156
• ISBN13: 9781439811153
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.1" x 10.0"