SC-P05

SC-P05
(PGP 2005-07 : Term-IV)

Structured Computing
(Faculty: Prof. Dipak Misra)

Course Objectives:

The objective of this course is to provide a broad exposure on the various aspects of Structured System Development paradigm. There are different system development approaches professed by authorities. Any system development activity commences with a distinct planning phase. The structured paradigm is the most simple and logical approach for development of Information Systems, the knowledge of which provides the foundation for understanding any complex organization of software components. You will be introduced to the Structured System Analysis and Design concepts. The focus will be on assimilation and application of concepts leaving aside the programming aspects. So, the course will essentially be a course of modeling and analytical treatment/representation of various concepts.

The more specific objectives of the course are for students to:

1. Gain a clear understanding of the system development process, from planning to analysis and design.
2. Gain an understanding of the concepts and techniques of system development related to the structured approach.
3. Understand the success factors associated with systems development, including individual and organization factors.
4. Understand principles of good systems design.
5. Develop the knowledge and skills for managing a systems development project in an effective manner.

Course Content and Delivery:

Schedule of Topics

Session	Topic	Readings	Assignments
1	Course Introduction; Review of Information and Systems Concepts	Ch.1, Handouts
2	Process Model concepts; System Development Life Cycle concepts	Handouts
3	Role of System Analyst; Using Case Tools, Need for Structured Analysis and Design	Ch.1	Case Assignment-1
4	Organization Style and Impact on System Development; Organization Culture	Ch.2	Case Assignment-2
5	Project Initiation; Feasibility; Selection and Management	Ch.3	Case Assignment-3
6	Information Requirements Analysis; Kinds of Information sought in Investigation	Ch.4	Case Assignment-4
7	Planning the interview for seeking information; Joint Application Design	Ch.5
8	Planning, using scales, and designing questionnaires for seeking information; Observing decision-maker’s behaviour and physical environment	Ch.6
9	Prototyping and Rapid Application Development	Ch.8	Case Assignment-5
10	Structured Analysis Methodology; Data Flow Approach for Requirements Determination	Ch.9, Handouts	Introduction of the Group Projects
11	Class-room activity on Data-flow diagrams
12	Using Data-dictionaries	Ch.10, Handouts
13	Preparing, writing and presenting the Systems Proposal	Ch.13, 14
14	Design concepts, principles and priorities; the essentials of modular design	Handouts
15	Structured Design Methodology	Handouts
16	Class-room activity on Structure Charts
17	Issues in designing effective output	Ch.15	Case Assignment-6
18	Input design objectives and pragmatics; User-Interface design	Ch.16,18
19	Group Project Presentations
20	Group Project Presentations

The course content is defined by the schedule of topics mentioned above. The course will be offered through lecture sessions, and class room case discussions.

Textbooks and Materials:

1. System Analysis and Design – Kendall & Kendall, Pearson Education
2. Analysis and Design of Information Systems – James A. Senn, McGraw-Hill
3. Any book on System Analysis and Design
4. Web Resources may be assigned by your instructor from time to time.

Regular reading is strongly advised, both of the required texts and recommended reading materials, since all assigned materials are examinable.

Evaluation:

There will be two written components. But, selected other assignments will also be evaluated.

1. Mid Term 25%
2. End Term 30%
3. Assignments 15%
4. Project 30%
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