SysML FAQ: What is the best way to learn SysML & MBSE?

Learning any new language is challenging, whether it is a natural language (e.g., Japanese, Swahili, English) or an artificial language, such as SysML. Since SysML is a dialect (Profile) of UML 2, if you are fluent in UML 2—and understand how Parts, Ports and Connectors support component-based design—you should be able to learn the SysML dialect relatively quickly. On the other hand, if you have only dabbled with UML 1 and have succumbed to UML 1 worst practices (e.g., Use Case Abuse), your previous bad exposure to UML 1 may be a liability rather than an asset.

In order to increase your likelihood of achieving SysML language fluency, you may want to consider a multi-pronged approach to learning SysML. For example, if you have the opportunity you may want to start off with basic MBSE + SysML hands-on training, followed up by MBSE Expert coaching (mentoring) for On-The-Job (OTJ) training, which in turn is followed up with advanced MBSE + SysML hands-on training. For the best learning experience, ensure that all your MBSE + SysML training is taught by MBSE Expert practitioners with extensive application experience (10+ years) working on large System-of-System projects (100+ Engineers), and includes frequent hands-on practice sessions and Q&A sessions.

In addition, you should also read voraciously about SysML techniques and best practices, so that you can further benefit from the experience (and mistakes) of others.

• Recommended SysML Tutorials and SysML Examples:
  • SysML.org (#1 ranked SysML web site)
    • SysML Diagram Tutorial
    • SysML by Example Tutorial: Griffin Space Vehicle Project
  • SysMLforum.com
    • Simulatable & Scalable SysML Examples for Agile MBSE
• Recommended SysML books:
  • Selected SysML Books for MBSE

You can find a listing of selected MBSE + SysML training resources on the SysML + MBSE Training & Certification page of this web.