Systems Analysis & Design
About This Course
This professional programme introduces students to the principles, methods and techniques used to analyse organisational requirements and design effective information systems. Students will explore systems development processes, requirements analysis, modelling, system design and implementation planning.
The course develops practical understanding of how information systems can be designed to meet organisational and user needs. Students will also explore system documentation, feasibility, data and process modelling, user requirements and professional approaches to systems development.
Course Information
What You Will Learn
- Understand the principles and purpose of systems analysis and design.
- Analyse organisational and user requirements.
- Apply techniques for modelling systems, processes and data.
- Develop appropriate information system designs.
- Evaluate system feasibility, risks and implementation requirements.
- Understand professional practices used throughout systems development.
Course Modules
1. Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design
This module introduces systems analysis and design and explains the role of information systems in supporting organisational activities and decision-making.
2. Systems Requirements and Feasibility Analysis
This module explores requirements gathering, stakeholder needs, feasibility studies and the processes used to define system requirements.
3. Process, Data and Systems Modelling
This module introduces techniques for modelling processes, information flows, data and system interactions to support effective analysis and documentation.
4. Systems Design and Architecture
This module examines system design principles, architecture, user interfaces, data structures and the development of appropriate system solutions.
5. Systems Implementation, Testing and Evaluation
This module explores implementation planning, testing, deployment, evaluation and methods for ensuring that systems meet defined requirements.
6. Systems Analysis Projects and Professional Practice
This module brings together systems analysis and design skills through practical projects and introduces professional documentation, communication and project practices.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the principles and stages of systems analysis and design.
- Identify and analyse organisational and user requirements.
- Apply appropriate process, data and system modelling techniques.
- Develop effective information system designs based on identified requirements.
- Evaluate feasibility, implementation and testing considerations.
- Apply professional systems analysis and design practices to practical projects.
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