Systems Analysis

Course aim

To interpret a problem situation and model system requirements.

Course content

Introduction to systems development and acquisition; the role of the systems analyst; information gathering, modelling and analysis techniques; requirements validation; alternative modelling and specification paradigms; interfaces between the systems analyst and various stakeholders.

Textbook(s)

John W. Satzinger, Robert B. Jackson, Stephen D. Burd 2016, Systems Analysis and Design in a Changing World, 7th edn, Cengage Learning, USA

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
COMP 1039	Problem Solving and Programming

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES, ONLINE
External	N/A x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, SICHUAN UNIVERSITY
Workshop	6 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment, Continuous assessment, Examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.