ISAT 477 - Complex Systems and How They Fail

Institution:

James Madison University

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Description:

3 credits. Offered fall. Interdisciplinary study of complex system operation, interdependencies and failure focusing on real-world critical infrastructure systems (e.g. electric power, telecommunications and health). Systems response to natural and human-induced hazards, including cascading effects. Examination of risk management strategies including technical and policy solutions.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jmu.edu/

Phone Number:

(540) 568-6211

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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