Summer 2026 - ENSC 482 D100
Introduction to Decision Making in Engineering (4)
Class Number: 2150
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
-
Course Times + Location:
May 11 – Aug 10, 2026: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Aug 19, 2026
Wed, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
Burnaby
-
Prerequisites:
MATH 232, MACM 316, (ENSC 280 or MSE 210 or PHYS 231), all with a minimum grade of C- and a minimum of 80 units.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Covers topics from decision theory, pattern classification and optimization theory. In addition, it introduces students to the design and development of interactive decision making tools which can assist designers during the design process.
Materials
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.
To learn more about the academic disciplinary process and relevant academic supports, visit:
- SFU’s Academic Integrity Policy: S10-01 Policy
- SFU’s Academic Integrity website, which includes helpful videos and tips in plain language: Academic Integrity at SFU
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.