MSC228 - Information Systems Analysis and Design

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(B, G, X)
EFTSL value: 0.125
Unit chair:S Leitch
Prerequisite:MSC120 or SIT101
Corequisite:Nil
Incompatible with: SIT201
Contact hours: 1 x 2 hour lecture, 1 x 1 hour tutorial per week

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

This unit provides an introduction to the discipline of systems analysis and design. Students will learn two methods of analysis and design, a structured approach and an object-orientated approach, for designing business information systems. Students will also learn how to gather information from businesses, investigate solutions and undertake feasibility studies.

Assessment

Compulsory assignment 30%, examination 3 hours 70%

Hurdle requirement: achieve at least 40% of the marks available on the examination.