Complex Engineering Problems (Mapping)
S.no Attributes Complex Problem Mapping
1 Range of conflicting Involve wide-ranging or conflicting technical,
requirements engineering and other issues.
2 Depth of analysis required Have no obvious solution and require abstract
thinking, originality in analysis to formulate
suitable models.
3 Depth of knowledge required Requires research-based knowledge much of
which is at, or informed by, the forefront of
the professional discipline and which allows a
fundamentals-based, first principles analytical
approach.
4 Familiarity of issues Involve infrequently encountered issues
5 Extent of applicable codes Are outside problems encompassed by
standards and codes of practice for
professional engineering.
6 Have significant consequences Involve diverse groups of stakeholders with
in a range of contexts. widely varying needs.
7 Interdependence Are high level problems including many
component parts or sub problems.