An introduction of MBSE in developing the Dutch Tunneling standard and how it could help the Transportation domain

Marcel van de Ven, Senior Consultant Systems Engineering for complex buildings.

Abstract: In this presentation, we will introduce how the Dutch ministry of Infrastructure (Rijkswaterstaat) used MBSE and tool Enterprise Architect to develop the Tunneling standard.
The presentation aims for a discussion on how to use this example for developing Railway standards in Canada and the US in a way that unambiguity is provided.
We will show how a scenario will lead to the development of a systems architecture and logical interfaces between hardware, software and man machine interfaces.

Presenter’s Bio: Co-chair Smart Cities Initiative INCOSE, Chair Infrastructure Working Group INCOSE and Chair Dutch MBSE Working Group, active member of Transportation Working Group.
Involved in TechOps INCOSE to enhance collaboration between Working Groups. 
Senior Consultant Systems Engineering at Heijmans Utiliteit b.v. (infrastructure and buildings contractor in the Netherlands).
Systems Engineer at engineering, construction and commissioning Dutch Freight railway Betuweroute.

Keywords    Requirements, MBSE, Risk Management, Verification and Validation, Analyst and Systems Thinker. 

Real transit project scenarios and analysis – how to achieve better outcomes, introduce the proposed SLE Standard

Dale A. Brown, Chair INCOSE Transportation WG, President INCOSE Chicagoland, Assistant Director – INCOSE Technical Operations, Founder and Vice-Chair APTA SLE Subcommittee 

Abstract: This workshop breakout event will focus on a series of mini-presentations describing case studies and followed by discussions that will be encouraged and facilitated. The breakout groups will be presented with several actual project scenarios (rendered anonymous) and asked to discuss how they would solve the issues identified, including any additional issues or opportunities discovered by the participants. The facilitators will record the discussion points and provide a preview of how solutions might be generated using the proposed Systems Lifecycle Engineering Standard. Discussion and critical input on the shape and content of the proposed standard will also be recorded. This breakout even is intended to be both a highly interactive and educational session for each participant.

Presenter’s Bio: Dale has acquired expertise in embedded control of specialty equipment, mining, heavy construction, military and rail vehicles throughout the US, Canada, South America, and Europe. Dale is a licensed professional engineer with extensive design, management, and business development experience. He has been awarded patents in the areas of PTC, train control and inter-consist trainline communications. Dales’ recent industry experiences include BART, LIRR, MARTA, NYCT, Ottawa CLE, GE Transportation Systems, Progress Rail, Alcatel Transportation Automation Systems (JNUP – UK), GM Light Armored Vehicle and GM Locomotive Group. Dale is chair of the INCOSE Transportation Working Group and President of INCOSE Chicagoland Chapter as well as the INCOSE Assistant Director for Technical Operations. Dale is the relationship manager for the APTA/INCOSE cooperative agreement and is the technical lead / project manager for the proposed APTA Systems Lifecycle Engineering Standard currently under development. Dale is the current vice-chair and founder of the APTA Systems Lifecycle Engineering Subcommittee.

Keywords    Systems, Engineering, Systems Lifecycle Engineering, Transit, Rail, Infrastructure, Risk, Mitigation, Integration, Verification, Validation.

Real transit project scenarios and analysis – how to achieve better outcomes, introduce the proposed SLE Standard

Johannes van der Merwe, Systems Engineering Specialist (Rail & Transit Infrastructure), Professional Engineer (United States and Canada), INCOSE Member and CSEP 

Abstract: This workshop breakout event will focus on a series of mini-presentations describing case studies and followed by discussions that will be encouraged and facilitated. The breakout groups will be presented with several actual project scenarios (rendered anonymous) and asked to discuss how they would solve the issues identified, including any additional issues or opportunities discovered by the participants. The facilitators will record the discussion points and provide a preview of how solutions might be generated using the proposed Systems Lifecycle Engineering Standard. Discussion and critical input on the shape and content of the proposed standard will also be recorded. This breakout even is intended to be both a highly interactive and educational session for each participant.

Presenter’s Bio: Johannes is a Railway Signaling and Systems Engineering Specialist with broad practical experience in all phases of the engineering project lifecycle (planning, specification, design, construction, integration, testing and commissioning). He is a registered Professional Engineer, INCOSE CSEP and joined UNICO Engineering in early 2024. While much of his experience is within the South African railway context (Freight Rail as well as Transit), Johannes is currently serving in a significant capacity as Systems Engineering Manager on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Modernization Program in Dallas, Texas. Significant recent postings include:

• Discipline Lead, Signals & Train Control, on the Confederation Line Extension Project in Ottawa, Ontario
• Systems Integration Manager for BART’s Design Services During Construction (DSDC) team for the Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) Project in Oakland, California.

Keywords    Systems, Engineering, Systems Lifecycle Engineering, Transit, Rail, Infrastructure, Risk, Mitigation, Integration, Verification, Validation.

APTA SLE Subcommittee: An Introduction

William Hui, Director of Systems Engineering at TransLink, in Vancouver, Canada

Abstract: William will provide a synopsis of the work being done by the APTA Systems Lifecycle Engineering subcommittee. The two primary objectives of the subcommittee include promoting best practices to deliver capital projects involving operational technologies, and advocating to senior leaders to build the case for adopting Systems Lifecycle Engineering techniques. William will review specific initiatives such as:

• Presenting case studies and lessons learned in capital projects involving operational technologies
• Development of a Systems Lifecycle Engineering standard
• Holding in-person meetings at APTA Rail and INCOSE, leveraging the joint MOU between the two organizations
• Development of an “elevator pitch” to promote and advocate for use of SLE practices

Presenter’s Bio: William Hui is the director of Systems Engineering at TransLink in Vancouver, Canada, and he has been with the organization for 18 years. An engineering graduate from the University of British Columbia, he leads a team of project managers and engineers delivering capital projects for rail and bus that involve operational technologies, supporting both state of good repair and expansion. His experience in capital project delivery includes fare collection, rail extensions, automatic train control, and bus rapid transit. William is the chair of the APTA Systems Lifecycle Subcommittee and was selected as one of the top 40 under 40 by Mass Transit Magazine in 2015.

Keywords: APTA, INCOSE, Systems Lifecycle Engineering, Standards, Advocacy, Capital Projects, Train, Transit, Transportation, State of Good Repair, Operational Technologies