Course outline Code: ICT115 Title: Introduction to Systems Design Faculty of Arts and Business School of Business Teaching Session: Semester 2 Year: 2015 Course Coordinator: Wayne Clutterbuck Office: K1.10 Telephone: +61 7 5459 4484 Email: wclutte1@usc.edu.au 1. What is this course about? 1.1 Course description Modern businesses are based on a collection of systems. The design and interaction of these systems is paramount for the business to be successful in the global world. This course introduces the foundation concepts of systems analysis and design, including the collection, understanding and analysis of the requirements for the system through to various options in the design of the system. Finally a number of advanced topics will be introduced: project management, systems integration and enterprise architecture. 1.2 Course content Understanding Systems Requirements elicitation Use Cases and Modelling Resource Acquisition Analysis & Design of Systems Testing and QA Advanced topics: project management, systems integration and enterprise architecture 2. Unit value 12 units 3. How does this course contribute to my learning? Specific Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this course you should be able to: Use the foundational concepts of Systems Analysis & Design. Assessment Tasks You will be assessed on the learning outcome in task/s: 1 and 3 Empowered. Graduate Qualities Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming:
Discuss and demonstrate fundamental Systems Analysis & Design concepts. Demonstrate knowledge and the utilisation of modern Systems Analysis & Design strategies and techniques. Page 2 1, 2 and 3 Creative and critical thinkers. 2 and 3 Knowledgeable. 4. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of pre-requisites, corequisites and anti-requisites 4.1 Enrolment restrictions 4.2 Pre-requisites 4.3 Co-requisites 4.4 Anti-requisites 4.5 Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills Not applicable 5. How am I going to be assessed? 5.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL) 5.2 Assessment tasks Task Assessment No. Tasks Individual or Group Weighting % What is the duration / length? When should I submit? Where should I submit it? 1 Use Case Exercises Individual 25% 1500 words Lecture, Week 5 2 Systems Design Individual 25% 1500 words Lecture, Week Case Study 13 Report 3 Final Exam Individual 50% 2 hours Central examination period 100% Blackboard Blackboard In exam venue
Assessment Task 1: Business Report Page 3 Goal: The purpose of this task is for you to gain exposure to Use Case models to understand and analyse a problem. Product: Case studies to be modelled using textual and diagrammatic Use Cases. Format: You will be investigating how you might solve a problem using Use Cases to assist in define the requirements for a system or solution to a problem. Further details will be available on Blackboard in the assignment specification. Details available Criteria You will be assessed according to your use and application of: Written Use Cases Diagrammatic Use Cases Identification of users/stakeholders Identification of user requirements Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Communication Problem solving Assessment Task 2: Systems Design Case Study Report Goal: Product: Format: Criteria The purpose of this task is to build on the skills developed in task one in applying systems analysis concepts to a case study. This task will help to develop your understanding of foundational Systems Analysis and Design concepts and practices in business environments. Individual case study report and diagrams, with a maximum of 1500 words. This individual report will follow a standard business report format. You will be investigating how you might advise an organisation, whose details are given in a case study, on how you might design a system that will fit with an organisation s requirements. Further details will be in the assignment specification. To demonstrate applied understanding of Systems Design and Architecture. You will be assessed according to your use and application of: Presentation and organisation of report Analysis of what systems analysis and design are applicable to this case study. Application of systems analysis and design concepts to the case study. Recommendation for future use of systems analysis Clear summary of relevant information. Skill assessment level Generic skill assessed Problem solving Communication Assessment Task 3: Final Exam Goal: Product: Format: Criteria Building on Task 1 and Task 2, the purpose of this task is to obtain a comprehensive view of systems design in terms of definitions and concepts, techniques, and solving business problems. Exam a two hour exam consisting of multiple choice, diagrams and short answer questions. A final examination will be held in the examination period. This two-hour examination will consist of a set of multiple choice questions, diagrams and short answer questions to test understanding and application of concepts. This is an individual assessment. Correctly answering the final exam questions indicates your ability to:
Page 4 Comprehend, apply and communicate definitions and concepts used in systems design Comprehend and discuss the position of system design in organisations Define a business problem and present the systems design to solve the problem Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Communication Problem solving 5.3 Additional assessment requirements SafeAssign In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks are submitted electronically via SafeAssign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that SafeAssign has access to. If required, details of how to submit via SafeAssign will be provided on the Blackboard site of the course. Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment Your eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying: a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4% b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale c) You have not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct 5.4 Submission penalties Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate: 5% (of the assessment task s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. 10% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the third day 20% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late. To request an extension you must contact your course coordinator to negotiate an outcome. 6. How is the course offered? 6.1 Directed study hours On campus Lecture: 1 hour per week On campus Computer Workshop: 2 hours per week 6.2 Teaching semester/session(s) offered Semester 2 6.3 Course activities Teaching What key concepts/content will I Week / learn? Module 1 Systems: Understanding systems in relation to ICT What activities will I engage in to learn the concepts/content? Directed Study Activities Independent Study Activities Lecture 1 and computer
Page 5 2 Requirements elicitation Lecture 2 and computer 3 Using Use Cases to define system requirements 4 Modelling: Structured and Object oriented Lecture 3 and computer Lecture 4 and computer 5 Analysis vs Design Lecture 5 and computer 6 In-sourcing and outsourcing the acquisition of ICT resources Lecture 6 and computer 7 Management of Analysis & Design Lecture 7 and computer 8 Testing and Quality Assurance Lecture 8 and computer 9 Project Management Lecture 9 and computer Mid Semester Break 10 Monday, 5 th October Labour Day Public Holiday NO LECTURE NO COMPUTER WORKSHOP 11 Systems Integration Lecture 11 and computer 12 Enterprise Architecture Lecture 12 and computer
Page 6 13 Review No Workshop Study Period Central Examination Period End of Semester Break Please note that the course activities may be subject to variation. 7. What resources do I need to undertake this course? 7.1 Prescribed text(s) 7.2 Required and recommended readings Lists of required and recommended readings may be found for this course on its Blackboard site. These materials/readings will assist you in preparing for tutorials and assignments, and will provide further information regarding particular aspects of your course. 7.3 Specific requirements Not Applicable 7.4 Risk management There is minimal health and safety risk in this course. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the Health and Safety policies and procedures applicable within campus areas. 8. How can I obtain help with my studies? In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Student Life and Learning provides additional assistance to all students through Peer Advisors and Academic Skills Advisors. You can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: +61 7 5430 1226 or Email: StudentLifeandLearning@usc.edu.au 9. Links to relevant University policies and procedures For more information on Academic Learning & Teaching categories including: Assessment: Courses and Coursework Programs Review of Assessment and Final Grades Supplementary Assessment Administration of Central Examinations Deferred Examinations Student Academic Misconduct Students with a Disability http://www.usc.edu.au/university/governance-and-executive/policies-and-procedures#academic-learningand-teaching 10. Faculty specific information Locating Journal Articles If you have been notified that the journal articles in this course are available on e-reserve, use the on-line library catalogue to find them. For journal articles not on e-reserve, click on the "Journals and Newspapers" link on the Library Homepage. Enter the journal title e.g. History Australia, then search for the volume and issue or keyword as needed.
Page 7 Assignment Cover Sheets The Faculty of Arts and Business assignment cover sheet can be found on Blackboard or on the USC Portal at: Faculty of Arts and Business (Students) > Forms. It must be completed in full identifying student name, assignment topic, tutor and tutorial time. This must be attached securely to the front of each assessment item prior to submission. Claims of loss of assignments will not be considered unless supported by a receipt. Help: If you are experiencing problems with your studies or academic work, consult your tutor in the first instance or the Course Coordinator as quickly as possible. Difficulties: If you are experiencing difficulties relating to teaching and assessment you should approach your tutor in the first instance. If not satisfied after that you should approach in order your Course Coordinator, Program Coordinator then Head of School. General enquiries and student support Faculty Student Centre Tel: +61 7 5430 1259 Fax: +61 7 5430 2859 Email: FABinfo@usc.edu.au