SYS7500

Systems analysis

(IT)

6 points + 4 hours per week + First semester + Caulfield

Synopsis: Typical business information systems including inventory control, sales order entry, debtors etc. The systems development lifecycle, the role of the systems analyst and users, and the tools and techniques for data- and process-modelling. Entity relationship modelling, data collection, normalisation, data-flow diagrams, minispecs. Techniques of analysis and information gathering, presentation and documentation. The deliverables from systems analysis. Data-centred and process-centred systems development methodologies. The use of modelling techniques. Quality assurance.

Assessment: Examination: 50% + Practical work: 50%