Department of Information Technology ENTD311: Analysis and Design of Information Systems 3 Credit Hours 8 Weeks Prerequisite(s): None

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1 Department of Information Technology ENTD311: Analysis and Design of Information Systems 3 Credit Hours 8 Weeks Prerequisite(s): None Instructor Information Course Description Course Scope Course Objectives Course Delivery Method Course Materials Evaluation Procedures Grading Scale Course Outline Policies Academic Services Selected Bibliography Instructor Information Instructor: Phone: Office Hours: Course Description (Catalog) This course is an overview of the system development life cycle. Emphasis on current system documentation through the use of both classical and structured tools/techniques for describing process flows, data flows, data structures, file designs, input and output designs and program specifications. Discussion of the information gathering and reporting activities and of the transition from analysis to design. [3 Semester Hours] Course Scope This course takes an in-depth look at key concepts and techniques for system analysis and design. The course explores system design modeling techniques for both the traditional structured approach and the object-oriented approach. Emerging techniques and approaches are introduced, including the Rational Unified Process (RUP), Extreme Programming (XP), and the Spiral Model. Students will examine rapid application development, component-based

2 development, packaged solutions, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Students will learn the various strategic alternatives to custom development. Course Objectives 1. Appraise the roles and responsibilities of a systems analyst. 2. Examine the tasks, responsibilities, documentation, and deliverables of the various stages of system development life cycle. 3. Evaluate the process for define and analyzing system requirements. 4. Discuss the various system models used for analysis and design. 5. Differentiate between the traditional and object-oriented approaches for event handling. 6. Examine the criteria for designing effective user interface. 7. Appraise the need for designing and implementing integrity controls. Course Delivery Method This course delivered via distance learning will enable students to complete academic work in a flexible manner, completely online. Course materials and access to an online learning management system will be made available to each student. Online assignments are due by the last day of each week and include Forum/Discussion Board questions (accomplished in groups through a threaded Forum/Discussion board), examinations and quizzes (graded electronically), and individual assignments (submitted for review by the Faculty Member). Assigned faculty will support the students throughout this eight-week course. Course Materials The textbook can be found in the Resources section of the classroom Book Number Author Book Title Publication Info ENTD311 - Satzinger, J., Systems Analysis and Design Course 1 Jackson, R., & Burd, in a Changing World. 6 th Ed. Technology S. ISBN Software Used: None Evaluation Procedures

3 Readings, Assignments and Classroom Participation This course requires disciplined independent practice and individual completion of assignments. Although Distance Learning provides you with a flexible schedule to meet your professional, personal, and academic responsibilities, you are expected to follow the student course guide and submit assignments on time and on schedule. All accepted late weekly assignments will lose 10 points; midterms and finals will lose one full letter grade. All work must be submitted by the end of the class session. No assignments will be accepted after the class end date. Original Work All work submitted must be original work. Incidents of academic dishonesty will result in you failing the assignment, and repeat incidents will result in failing the course. I check assignment regularly for incidents of academic dishonesty. Please read and understand the University policy on academic dishonesty. You must credit your sources and provide the appropriate references on your assignments. Standards for Written Work Written communications is an essential tool for any professional. As with any skill, writing well is the result of practice followed by feedback, and the use of relevant and appropriate sources. Therefore, the quality of writing is graded as part of every written assignment. Below are the grading criteria for each written assignment in this class. Content & Development 50% All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way. Content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive. Major points are stated clearly, are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis, and are organized logically. Where appropriate, the paper supports major points with theory relevant to the development of the ideas, and uses the vocabulary of the theory correctly. Theory and practice are integrated, whereby the writer is able to link theories to practical experience (i.e., application to a real-world work setting). Research is adequate and timely for the topic. The context and purpose of the writing is clear (e.g., critique, research, sample memo, and business plan). Organization 20% The structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow. The paper s organization emphasizes the central theme or purpose and is directed toward the appropriate audience. Ideas flow in a logical sequence. The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. Paragraph transitions are logical and reinforce the flow of thought throughout the paper. The conclusion is logical and flows from the body of the paper. The conclusion reviews the major points. Format 10% The paper, including citations and the reference page. The paper is laid out effectively and uses reader-friendly aids (e.g., sections, summaries, table of contents, indices, and appendices), when appropriate. The paper utilizes references appropriately.

4 Features such as headings and italics aid in the readability of the paper and are not overused. The paper is neat, with attention given to format requirements. Grammar, Punctuation, & Spelling 15% Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed. Spelling is correct. Readability & Style 5% Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Sentences are well constructed, with consistently strong, varied structure. Sentence transitions reinforce the flow of thought. Words used are precise and unambiguous. The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment. Rubric for Learner Post Synthesis of concepts Applications of personal experience Clear citations Writing standards Timeliness The response refers to course materials and shows a clear understanding of main ideas and concepts. There are no irrelevant comments and the information is on point. Ideas are clearly and properly organized. The response provides personal examples that tie in with the course material being discussed. Reflection is evident and clearly ties in with the material presented. Insight was provided to some concept. The response made proper reference to the course text or to other materials that were referenced or referred to in the discussion. Opinions were also included and were valid. The writing is grammatically correct, clear and concise. The response is well formulated and easy to read and understand. Correct terminology was used when needed. The posting was not submitted on time. 60% 20% 10% 10% 10% (deduction) Optional Rubric for Response to Another Learner Synthesis of concepts Writing standards Timeliness

5 The other learner s ideas, questions, concerns were addressed. The response referenced reading or lecture materials when needed. The response addressed the learner s feelings if needed. There were no irrelevant or off-point comments. The posting reflects a clear understanding of the other learner s ideas. The writing is grammatically correct, clear and concise. The response is well formulated and easy to read and understand. Correct terminology was used when needed. The posting was not submitted on time. 80% 20% 10% (deduction)optional Late Assignments Students are expected to submit classroom assignments by the posted due date and to complete the course according to the published class schedule. As adults, students, and working professionals, I understand you must manage competing demands on your time. Should you need additional time to complete an assignment please contact me before the due date so we can discuss the situation and determine an acceptable resolution. If you do not communicate your issues that will prevent completions of assignments, a late penalty will apply. Late assignments will lose 10 points for each week they are late. I grade papers throughout the week after they are due. Please do not your assignments to my account. Assignments must be posted in class. Although it is always nice to hear from students, it is not necessary to send to inform me you have posted your assignments. me of any concerns or issues on the assignments. The week for this class starts on Monday and ends on the next Monday. I do allow students the full weekend to submit their assignments, so assignments are considered late on Tuesday of the following week. There is a possibility that your assignments are posted on time, but after I have graded papers for the week. Your papers will not be counted late in these situations; the post date is what determines late assignments. All assignments must be submitted by the course end date. Our courses end on the Sunday of the last week and all assignments must be submitted by that date. You may submit assignments early, but do not expect me to grade all of the assignments at one time. If you submit your assignments late, I may not be able to grade all of the assignments at one time. In addition, I will not grade your work if it is over five weeks late. Because of the point reduction for late papers, these assignments automatically receive an F grade (50 point deduction). Course Requirements Summary Your final grade will be based on the following course requirements and percentages: Item Percentage Points Forum/Discussion Board Assignment: Case Study: Ridgeline Mountain Outfitters Page

6 (Assignment 1) Case Study: Case Study: State Patrol Ticket Processing System Page 88 (Assignment 2) Forum/Discussion Board Assignment: Article Summary Peer Review (Assignment 3 Part 1) Assignment 3: Article summary (Assignment 3 Part 2) Non-graded 10 Midterm Project/Assignment Forum/Discussion Board Assignment: SDLC (Assignment 4) Case Study: State Patrol Ticket Processing System Revisited p, 324, questions 1-4. (Assignment 5) Forum/Discussion Board Assignment: Use Case (Assignment 6) Forum/Discussion Board Assignment: Evolution of Web pages. (Assignment 7) Forum/Discussion Board Assignment: Wrap up and Feedback (Assignment 8) Final Project/Assignment Grading Scale Please see the student handbook to reference the University s grading scale. Course Outline Wee k Topic(s) Learning Objective(s) Reading(s) Assignment(s) 1 Software Development and Systems Analysis and Design Describe the purpose of systems analysis and design in the development of information systems Describe the characteristics Chapter 1: From Beginning to End: An Overview of Systems Analysis and Design Discussion Board Assignment 1: Page 61-62, Problems and Exercises: #6 & #10. Case Study:Ridgeline

7 Systems Development Lifecycle Systems Analysis Activities of iterative systems development Explain the six core processes of the Systems Development Life Cycle Describe the activities of systems analysis Describe informationgathering techniques and determine when each is best applied Chapter 2: Investigating System Requirements Mountain Outfitters 2 User Case Diagrams The Domain Model Class Diagram The System Sequence Diagram Identifying Inputs and Outputs Explain why identifying use cases is the key to defining functional requirements Read, interpret, and create a domain model class diagram Write fully developed use case descriptions Develop activity diagrams to model flow of activities Chapter 3: Use Cases Chapter 4: Domain Modeling Chapter 5: Extending the Requirements Models Assignment 2: Page 88, questions 1-3. Case Study: State Patrol Ticket Processing System Develop system sequence diagrams 3 The Elements of Design User and System Interfaces Describe the difference between systems analysis and systems design Describe the difference between user interfaces and system interfaces Chapter 6: Essentials of Design an the Design Activities Chapter 7: Designing the User and System Interfaces Non-Graded Discussion Board Assignment 3 Part 1: Article Summary Peer Review. Assignment 3 Part 2: Article summary (Submitted) 4 Midterm Midterm Project/Assignment 5 Methodologies, Models, Tools and Techniques Principles of Project Management Fundamental Explain what comprises a system development methodology the SDLC as well as models, tools, and techniques Describe the factors that cause a software development project to Chapter 8: Approaches to System Development Chapter 9: Project Planning and Project Management Midterm Project/Assignment Forum/Discussion Board Assignment 4: SDLC Assignment 5: p, 324, questions 1-4. Case Study: State Patrol Ticket Processing System

8 Principles of Object-Oriented Detailed Design succeed or fail Explain the purpose and objectives of objectoriented design Chapter 10: Object- Oriented Design: Principles Revisited 6 Use Case Realization with Sequence Diagrams Databases and Database Management Systems (DBMS) Explain the different types of objects and layers in a design Design a relational database schema based on a class diagram Evaluate and improve the quality of a database schema Chapter 11: Object- Oriented Design: Use Case Realizations Chapter 12: Databases, Controls, and Security Forum/Discussion Board Assignment 6: Use Case 7 Planning and Managing Implementation, Testing, and Deployment Trends in System Development Methodologies The Web as an Application Platform 8 Course Wrap up and Feedback Final Project/Assignm ent Describe implementation and deployment activities Describe various types of software tests and explain how and why each is used Describe the major trends in devices, connectivity, Internet, and telephone technologies List and describe the various elements that enhance Web applications Final Project/Assignment Chapter 13: Making the System Operational Chapter: 14: Current Trends in System Development Final Project/Assignment Forum/Discussion Board Assignment 7: Evolution of Web pages. Forum/Discussion Board Assignment 8: Course Wrap up and Feedback Final Project/Assignment Policies Please see the student handbook to reference all University policies. Quick links to frequently asked question about policies are listed below.

9 Drop/Withdrawal Policy Plagiarism Policy Extension Process and Policy Academic Services ONLINE LIBRARY RESEARCH CENTER & LEARNING RESOURCES The Online Library Resource Center is available to enrolled students and faculty from inside the electronic campus. This is your starting point for access to online books, subscription periodicals, and Web resources that are designed to support your classes and generally not available through search engines on the open Web. In addition, the Center provides access to special learning resources, which the University has contracted to assist with your studies. Questions can be directed to Charles Town Library and Inter Library Loan: The University maintains a special library with a limited number of supporting volumes, collection of our professors publication, and services to search and borrow research books and articles from other libraries. Electronic Books: You can use the online library to uncover and download over 50,000 titles, which have been scanned and made available in electronic format. Electronic Journals: The University provides access to over 12,000 journals, which are available in electronic form and only through limited subscription services. Turnitin.com: Turnitin.com is a tool to improve student research skills that also detect plagiarism. Turnitin.com provides resources on developing topics and assignments that encourage and guide students in producing papers that are intellectually honest, original in thought, and clear in expression. This tool helps ensure a culture of adherence to the University's standards for intellectual honesty. Turnitin.com also reviews students' papers for matches with Internet materials and with thousands of student papers in its database, and returns an Originality Report to instructors and/or students. Smarthinking: Students have access to 10 free hours of tutoring service per year through Smarthinking. Tutoring is available in the following subjects: math (basic math through advanced calculus), science (biology, chemistry, and physics), accounting, statistics, economics, Spanish, writing, grammar, and more. Additional information is located in the Online Research Center. From the ORC home page, click on either the Writing Center or Tutoring Center and then click Smarthinking. All login information is available. Selected Bibliography For more information on Disaster Recovery see: For more information on Firewalls see: The Differences and features of hardware & software firewalls. Retrieved October 26, 2005, from

10 For information on Green Computing see: For information on professional code of conduct for computing professionals see: For information on system and software engineers see: For more information on System Analysis and Design Basics see: For information on wireless design see: