Foundations of System Analysis – ITFN 1112

CRN: 82476

Course Instructor: Vernard Martin

Tel: CCSU (770) 960-4199

E-Mail VernardMartin@mail.clayton.edu

Homepage http://cims.clayton.edu/vmartin

Office Hours TR 3-4pm (University Center Rm 317)

Individuals with disabilities who need to request accommodations should contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Student Center 214, 770-961-3719, disabilityservices@mail.clayton.edu

I. Course Materials:

Required Text(s):

Systems Analysis and Design in a Changing World, John W. Satzinger, Robert B. Jackson, and Stephen D. Burd, Third Edition, by Course Technology, 2002. ISBN #0-619-21325-6

You are expected to have the text available at each class and examination session. Text will be available in the Bookstore at the end of the first week of class or early the next week of class.

II. Course Description: ITFN 1112 Fundamentals of Systems Analysis (3-0-3)

This course is an introduction to the processes included in the analysis and design of information systems. It covers the technical, informational, organizational, and human aspects of computer-based information systems. Emphasis is placed on the systems development life cycle and tools that support these processes. Tools include Task Lists, Event Tables, Flowcharts, Workflow Diagrams, Entity-Relationship Diagrams, Object models, Use Case Diagrams, Data Flow Diagrams, Sequence Diagrams, and others. Designed to introduce basic principles and concepts of Systems Analysis, Design and Implementation, applicable to a variety of environments. A project based class that demonstrates the process of building systems from needs analysis and definition through specifications and implementation. Traditional life cycle methodologies contrasted with object-oriented (OO) analysis and prototyping.

Prerequisite(s): ITFN 1101 (C), MATH 1101 (C), ENGL 1101 (C), CRIT 1101 ( C ).

III. Course Objectives:

The specific objectives that support the outcomes for a developing level of mastery from the course are:

Chapter 1: The World of the Modern Systems Analyst

Chapter 2: The Analyst as a Project Manager

Chapter 3: Approaches to System Development

Chapter 4: Beginning the Analysis: Investigating System Requirements

Chapter 5: Modeling System Requirements: Events and Things

Chapter 6: The Traditional Approach to Requirements

Chapter 7: The Object-Oriented Approach to Requirements

Chapter 8: Evaluating Alternatives for Requirements, Environment and Implementation

Chapter 9: Moving to Design

Chapter 10: Designing Databases

Chapter 11: Designing the User Interface

Chapter 12: Designing System Interfaces, Controls, and Security

Chapter 13: Rapid Application Development and Component-Based Development

Chapter 14: Packaged Software and Enterprise Resource Planning

Chapter 15: Making the System Operational

IV. Course Outcomes:

Students are expected to obtain a developing level of mastery of information system design theory and system analysis tools and techniques. Students will demonstrate an emerging level of knowledge of both the system development life cycle (SDLC) and of object oriented analysis. Students should show potential to perform independently. Students should be aware of the skills required for successful systems analysis and design and of the techniques of project management, prototyping and system implementation.

V. Course Methodology:

Read and study assigned material prior to class. Lectures are based on this expectation.

Mastery of text and lecture material.

Attend class and participate in classroom discussions.

Apply knowledge, experience, and learning to a critical analysis of current issues, case materials and to examinations.

VI. ITP CHOICE

All students at CCSU are required to state that they have on-demand access to a notebook computer that meets the recommended hardware/software specifications that have been established by Clayton State faculty. Academic penalties may be incurred for not meeting this requirement. Refer to the ITP Choice website for specifications and FAQ’s: http://itpchoice.clayton.edu/.

VII. Student Course Requirements:

A. Attendance and Punctuality:

Regular attendance and punctuality are expected and necessary to attain maximum success in your studies and course grade. An absence does not relieve you of responsibility for knowledge of classroom materials, examinations, skill building exercises, assignments and/or the submission of any report(s) etc. nor the consequences of a late submission of assignments. Three or more absences will have a negative impact on grading. Consistent participation is required. Activities include attendance in class, e-mail correspondence, and www references for class utilization.

B. Examinations:

Examinations will cover materials presented in class and in the textbook. Examinations may have additional questions that offer bonus points for correct answers. They will only be offered for credit during the scheduled exam times and will not be available on any make-up exam.

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If a scheduled exam is missed, you must contact me within two days. If there is a valid reason for missing, a make-up exam will be scheduled immediately. All make-up exams are comprehensive in nature. Failure to do so will result in a grade of zero for that exam.

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Incomplete will be given only in rare nonacademic situations.

Failure to attend the scheduled final exam will result in a grade of "F".

C. Withdrawal:

Students who stop attending class without doing the necessary withdrawal paperwork will receive an automatic grade of “F”. Students who withdraw after midterm will receive an automatic grade of "WF”. Withdrawal policy and procedures are published in the Academic Catalog and in the Schedule of Classes each semester

D. Classroom Participation:

I encourage you to ask questions to clarify understanding and discuss and debate the theories, principles and concept from the text and lectures. It is important that you study the assignments prior to class schedules.

E. Assistance:

Please seek individual assistance from me should you need extra help in understanding any course material.

F. Course Changes:

This course syllabus provides a general guideline for the course. I reserve the right to make periodic / necessary changes to the syllabus; including: assignments, timetables, examinations and projects, quizzes, etc., in order to accommodate the needs of the class as a whole and fulfill the goals of the course.

Academic Standards:

Clayton College and State University does not condone cheating or other forms of academic dishonesty. It is the responsibility of the student to be familiar with the guidelines, policies and procedures described and contained in the 1) CCSU Academic Catalog and the 2) Student Handbook.

H. Class Cancellation Policy:

Should classes be cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, we will endeavor to remain on schedule. Such remedies may include adjustments to due dates, group tutoring sessions, additional office hours, and/or extended project dates.

VIII. Course Schedule (subject to change):

The following schedule is intended as a guide. Deviation may be necessary by week, but the materials will be covered in the sequence indicated.

Session # Reading Assignments

1 Course Introduction (Tuesday: August 24, 2004)

2 Ch. 1 The World of the Modern Systems Analyst + Team Building & Breakouts

3 Ch. 2 + Team Organization & Presentations

4 Ch. 2 + Team Organization & Presentations

5 Ch. 3 + Team Exercises

6 Ch. 4 + Team Exercises

7 Ch. 4 + Team Exercises

8 Ch. 5 + Team Exercises

9 Ch. 6 + Team Exercises

10 Mid-Term

11 Ch. 8 + Team Exercises

12 Ch. 8 + Team Exercises

13 Ch. 9 + Team Exercises

14 Ch. 9 + Team Exercises

15 Ch. 10 + Team Exercises

16 Ch. 11 + Team Exercises

17 Ch. 12 + Team Exercises

18 Ch. 13 + Team Exercises

19 Ch. 14 / 15 + Team Exercises

20 Final Exam Review

21 Final Exam - TBA

IX. Grading and Evaluation Criteria:

Mid-Term Exam 20%

Quizzes (4 are scheduled) 15% (5% each; drop lowest quiz)

Semester Team Project 30%

Final Exam 25%

Class Participation & 10%

Individual Assignments ============== Total 100%

Evaluation for Class Participation will also be based on attendance, participation in class discussions, team projects/presentations, and reading assigned materials prior to class.

Grading and Evaluation Guidelines:

Mid-Term Exam 20%:

The Mid-term will include every chapter up to the date of the mid-term.

Quizzes (3) 15%:

Two quizzes may be given prior to the mid-term; two quizzes may be given after the mid-term and prior to the final exam. All quizzes will contain approximately 40-50 true/false and multiple choice questions. If “prior” approval is not requested to make up a quiz, a grade of “zero” will be given.

Semester Team Project/Deliverables (30%):

Any student failing to complete an assigned team task, attend any team meeting, or fail to conform to the team rules more than once, can be removed from the team project and will earn a grade of 0. This will impact the entire final grade that is associated with the team project/deliverable(s).

Final Exam (25%):

The Final Exam is not cumulative but is mandatory for successful completion of the class.

Class Participation & Individual Assignments (10%):

Evaluation for Class Participation will be based on total attendance, participation in class discussions, case study and analysis, and reading and studying assigned materials prior to class. Every individual is responsible for doing his/her own homework assignments. Neatness and punctuality are considered during grading. Students are expected to complete, and turn in on the due date, all required assignments. Turning assignments in late will adversely impact your grade. For each homework assignment not turned in on time, at least 1 point will be taken from your final course grade. Use Microsoft Office products to do all your assignments. Use a word processor and spell checker.