Computing project
J Hewson
6 points
* Second semester
* Distance
* Prerequisites:
Completion of level 1 subjects
* Corequisites: GCO7831, GCO7832
Objectives Students completing this subject should be able to work with clients and communicate effectively with them, define a problem, and gather data, facts, opinions and information needed to solve it; outline and evaluate alternative solutions to a system development problem and perform a feasibility study including estimates of costs, time requirements, plan for the development, and the benefits expected from the system including identifying hardware and software requirements for a system; document a system design, including system flow charts, data flow diagrams and software design; implement a system, including testing, checking and debugging, and evaluate a system, identifying any weaknesses or possible enhancements as a result of experience in developing it.
Synopsis Systems analysis and design, programming, and implementation of a solution to user problems. Students may work independently or in groups under a supervising academic staff member. Requirements include presentation of and participation in two seminars, and written reports on a feasibility study, systems analysis, programming, implementation and evaluation. Students who cannot attend weekend schools for presentations must arrange a satisfactory alternative with their supervisor and client.
Assessment Practical work: 100%
* Assessment is based on project
reports, documents and other project deliverables, two presentations and the
project supervisor's report.
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