COURSE DESCRIPTION: Analyzing and designing effective business systems is the focus of this course. Emphasis is placed on today's tools for analyzing business problems, designing solutions and documenting the results. The student will learn the effective use of systems tools, the use and integration of microcomputer applications, the development of an effective database and they will develop an understanding of the analysis and design process.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to teach the student
about the area of systems analysis and design and to develop
abilities in this area. At the completion of this course, the
following objectives should have been accomplished:
the student will have prepared a portfolio of their work in the program that can be used in job searches
the student should understand how an analyst does a preliminary and detailed analysis
the student should understand how an analyst does a systems design
the decision should be able to work with PERT, CPM and other project charts/tools
the decision should be able to make and use decision tables and other logical tools
the student should have a better understanding of how to logically analyze problems
the student should understand protyping including the use of an application generator to develop prototype examples
the student should understand and be able to use SQL to gain information from a database
the student should know how to read and draw a decision flow diagram and a systems flowchart
the student should understand the use of a CASE tool
the student should understand the use of presentation tools
the student should know how to design input, output and files (including relational databases) as well as processing
the student should understand the design process of a normalized relational database
the student should know how to effectively and completely document a system
the student should understand the testing and implementation of a system and the role of the programmer and analyst in these steps
the student will build on the information in this course and in previous courses to develop an understanding of how a computer can be effectively used in a business environment
the student should be able to use a standard business package to set up a model system
the student should learn about software evaluation using typical business solution packages
e-commerce and its impact
TEXT:
Systems Analysis and Design - 8th edition
Gary
B. Shelly, Harry J. Rosenblatt
ISBN 13: 978-0-324-59766-0 ©
2010
ISBN 10: 0-324-59766-5
Publish date: March 11, 2009
http://oc.course.com/sc/sad8e/index.cfm
COURSE OUTLINE:
MATERIAL TO BE COVERED:
Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design
Systems Planning
Preliminary Investigation
Systems Analysis
Requirements Modeling
Data and Process Modeling
Object Modeling
Transition to Systems Design
Systems Design
User Interface, Input and Output Design
Data Design
Application Architecture
Systems Operation and Support
Systems Analysis Toolkit
Communication Tools
Feasibility and Cost Analysis Tools
Project Management Tools
Alternative Systems Development Methodologies
PROJECTS: Projects will be assigned in the following areas:
e-commerce
relational database design
SQL
Presentation Graphics
Business Packages (software)
Software Projects
Systems Projects
Internet Projects
Portfolio
Exams: There will a final examination
covering the work of the semester. Any quizzes will be announced and
will only be given if the instructor feels they are necessary.
Quizzes will count as 1 or 2 homework assignments depending on the
depth of the quiz. All exams and quizzes are open notes and open book
unless otherwise announced.
Homework: The student will be
required to submit homework assignments the week following the
assignment unless otherwise noted. There will frequently be two
assignments per week.
Grading:
Homework, programs and quizzes |
80% |
Class participation, responsibility about work, keeping up to date, quality of work, adding extras that are above and beyond, showing initiative, figuring out problems etc. |
10% |
Final |
10% |
Evaluation: Assignments and programs are
graded using either number grades or letter grades based on the
following (A=90-100, B=80-89, C=70-79, D=60-69, F=below 60). The
student's grade for the course will use the same scale and will be
based on the percentages explained in the grading section. Plus and
minus grades will be given.
Some of the assignments in this class
are open ended - the grading will be based on how well the project
demonstrates mastery of the material. Students who do a minimum of
work will be graded accordingly. Resubmission is allowed on
open-ended projects to improve grades.
Note: Non open-ended
assignments that are completed accurately, with no errors, according
to the parameters of the assignment will be graded as A. To achieve
an A+, students must have done sufficient extra work in design or
implementation that makes the assignment standout. In doing
assignments, students must do their own work. Relying too heavily on
my examples or working too closely with someone else will be
penalized.
ATTENDANCE: The
student is allowed to cut six one-hour classes (for in class
students). Attendance for distance learning students is
monitored through email. At least one email a week must be
received by the instructor.
METHODOLOGY: The course is given
using the lecture method or through distance learning. The student is
encouraged to ask questions at any point during the lecture or via
email. When appropriate, classes exercises and problem solving
techniques are used. Students will be encouraged to use other sources
of reference. All students will find needed material available at the
Web site and will be encouraged to use other sources of reference.
Groups will be established when necessary or beneficial. For
distance learning students, the groups can communicate through the
board room or email.
This SYLLABUS is not to be construed as a
CONTRACT in any way, shape, manner or form. This SYLLABUS is a
SUGGESTED course OUTLINE and will be GENERALLY followed, subject to
change according to the INSTRUCTOR'S discretion and needs. Academic
FLEXIBILITY is important!
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