Systems analysis
A Barnden
6 points * 4 hours per week * First/Second semester * Caulfield * Prerequisites: SYS3104
The subject will extend the student's knowledge of systems analysis, specifically in the area of ill-defined requirements analysis or analysis of `soft' problems. This will be done by discussing complexity and the extent of certainty in an information systems context. Differing perceptions of models and of their usefulness in problematical situations will lead into an examination of Soft Systems Methodology (SSM). The techniques used in SSM-based analysis will be taught and applied to cases in industry and government. Examples of socio-technical development methods will be discussed.
Assessment
Written (3000 words): 60% * Practical work: 40%
Recommended texts
Checkland P and Scholes J Soft systems methodology in action Wiley, 1990