IS 316: Computer Systems Analysis & Design II

Course Description:

The student will continue to study concepts and methods used in a system development life cycle. In addition, the student will gain practical experience by working on various projects. The student will learn how to use a CASE tool. Prerequisite: IS 315.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Distinguish logical versus physical models and translate logical process and data models into physical design models using design/ CASE software.
2. Evaluate and make architectural design decisions given a problem scenario:
   • Client Server
   • Centralized versus Decentralized
   • Database and distribution of data
   • User and system interface alternatives (inputs/outputs)
3. Explain design principles for Input/Output with regard to human interaction and user acceptability.
4. Explain advantages and disadvantages of data storage options (i.e. Relational Database, Object Database, Conventional Files and Data Warehouse)
5. Practice key concepts of analysis and design as well as advance techniques such as JAD, Prototyping, USE CASES and/or other OOA/OOD techniques.
6. Evaluate strengths/weaknesses and applicable roles of several strategies/methodologies for design of information systems including Model Driven, RAD, Agile, OO development, and Prototyping.
7. Apply Quality Assurance steps that can be taken in all phases of development to ensure a quality product and user acceptance.
8. Communicate both orally and in writing as an individual and as a member of a team.

Assessment Measures:

Assessment Tool	Linkage to Learning Outcome #:
Instructor will utilize various case studies that illustrate multiple scenarios to evaluate student's ability to meet objectives and understand concepts.	1-7
Chapter tests will be used to evaluate student's ability to understand terminology and basic concepts of information systems development. This should include at minimum a final.	1-7
A group project will be used to evaluation student's ability to work with others as a team, collaboratively. The project will include a problem situation in which a team of students must define, analyze, and design a basic solution for it.	1, 5, 7

Textbooks

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