Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), which tackles architecting and design of complex systems through the use of formal models, is emerging as the most critical component of systems engineering. This textbook specifies the two leading conceptual modeling languages, OPM—the new ISO 19450, composed primarily by the author of this book, and OMG SysML. It provides essential insights into a domain-independent, discipline-crossing methodology of developing or researching complex systems of any conceivable kind and size. Combining theory with a host of industrial, biological, and daily life examples, the book explains principles and provides guidelines for architecting complex, multidisciplinary systems, making it an indispensable resource for systems architects and designers, engineers of any discipline, executives at all levels, project managers, IT professional, systems scientists, and engineering students.
“Dov Dori provides an exceptional text book ... . The flow of the material builds the readers competence providing the knowledge to absorb the extensive material. The information is provided in clear language and solid detail which facilitates easy access to the abstract notions modeling requires. ... I highly recommend Systems Engineers, and especially engineers working to become expert in model-based systems engineering, to work through this book and gain an understanding and appreciation for this minimalist approach.” (Robert Kuhfahl, MITRE Corporation, 2017)