System Analysis and Design (IT1013) (LECTURE)

Instructor: Rico U. Gopo

Email: gopo.rico@gmail.com
Phone: (063) 221-0805
09355876496
Schedule: Lecture: Monday (3:00 5:00 PM)
Laboratory: Wednesday (1:00 4:00 PM)


Description

This unit provides an in-depth study of the various analysis and techniques used to
build, create and maintain various computer-based systems. Practical techniques and
appropriate documentation of systems analysis and design will be covered. It also
places emphasis on the importance of human aspects of information systems.

Reference

Systems Analysis and Design by Kendall & Kendall 8
th
edition

Grading System

Attendance 15%
Quizzes 30%
Assignments 10%
Class Participation 10%
Major Exam 35%
Total 100%

Midterm = 20%(Prelim) + 80%(Midterm)
Semi-Finals = 30%(Midterm) + 70%(Semi-Finals)
Finals = 40%(Semi-Finals) + 60%(Finals)

Attendance

Attendance in all classes is required. Absences and tardiness will greatly affect the
students grades.



Exams and Quizzes

In every end of a topic, a quiz will be given on the next day before the start of a new
topic. Before a major exam, a term exam will be given that will serve as a review. Late
students will not be allowed to take a make-up quiz unless absence is valid.

Assignments

Late assignments will not be accepted. Deadline is deadline.

Tools

Students must have access to email and computers in the laboratory.

Classroom Decorum Statement

The Code of Student Conduct requires that students behave in a manner that is
conducive to a teaching/learning environment. Students who engage in behavior that is
disruptive or obstructive to the teaching/learning environment will be subject to
disciplinary sanctions outlined by the Code of Student Conduct. Disruptive/obstructive
behavior is not limited to, but may include, the following: physical abuse, verbal abuse,
threats, stalking, intimidation harassment, hazing, possession of controlled substances,
and possession of alcoholic beverages.
The using of cellphones during class is strictly prohibited.

Outline

Topics for Prelims

Part 1 Systems Analysis Fundamentals
1.a Systems, Roles, and Development Methodologies
1.b Understanding and Modeling Organizational Systems
1.c Project Management

Part 2 Information Requirements Analysis
2.a Information Gathering: Interactive Methods
2.b Information Gathering: Unobtrusive Methods
2.c Agile Modelling and Prototyping

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Topics for Midterms

Part 3 The Analysis Process
3.a Using Dataflow Diagrams
3.b Analyzing Systems using Data Dictionaries
3.c Process Specifications and Structured Decisions
3.d Object-Oriented Systems Analysis and Design using UML

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Topics for Pre-Finals

Part 4 The Essentials of Design
4.a Designing Effective Output
4.b Designing Effective Input
4.c Designing Databases
4.d Human-Computer Interactions

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Topics for Finals

Part 5 Quality Assurance and Implementation
5.a Designing Accurate Data Entry Procedures
5.b Quality Assurance and Implementation

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