CFR3332

Fourth-generation languages

(IT)

C Clemence

6 points + 4 hours per week + Peninsula + Prerequisites: CFR2201 or equivalent + Prohibitions: BUS3010, SFT2204

Synopsis: Application development using 4GL; the application development environment; fourth-generation data; Why 4GLs? Historical background, evaluation criteria and techniques. Data dictionary concepts, systems prototyping, impact on SDLC, methodologies, recent development. Principles of graphical user interface design. System development using Developer 2000. A user0s view of 4GLs - planning for success, defining the strategic use, costing and benefit of the 4GL environment.

Assessment: Examinations: 50% + Practical work: 50%