School of Informatics, Humanities and Social Sci.
Undergraduate

Term: Summer 2024
Session: 2nd 8 Week Online (Jun 29 - Aug 23)
Start Date: Saturday, Jun 29, 2024
End Date: Friday, Aug 23, 2024
Availability: Online
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This course provides the student with theory and practice associated with the analysis and design of computer-based information systems. Fundamental topics include systems theory the role of the information system in operating and managing the organization and systems design concepts. The purpose function and expected outcomes of each phase and activity of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) are discussed from theoretical and practical perspectives. Specific design techniques such as data flow diagrams and data dictionaries are discussed and used. Other topics include the function of design tools such as CASE planning techniques and project management. Case studies are used to supplement lectures with hands-on experiences in applying the SDLC to the analysis and design of information systems.