INFO6040
Information Systems Implementation
10 Units
Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
Focuses on the management of the development of computer based information systems. Topics covered include project management, software quality, interface design, implementation and testing strategies and maintenance and evaluation. Two case studies are continued throughout the course to illustrate concepts, and students are introduced to a variety of software tools to support concepts.
| Objectives | The student who successfully completes this course will have developed 1. An understanding of the principles and tools of project management in relation to Information Systems developments 2. Facility with the use of logical design models and an understanding of their transformation through to physical systems 3. An understanding of major software selection and development approaches 4. An appreciation of the importance of testing 5. An understanding of the meaning of quality in relation to systems development |
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| Content | 1. Project Management & Evaluation; Project Management Tools; Project Planning- Estimation and Team Structures, Project Meetings, Agenda and Report Writing 2. Interface Design 3. Processes and Controls 4. Software Development and Selection 5. Testing Strategies 6. Software Quality Assurance and Standards for Process Accreditation 7. Process Improvement 8. Implementation Strategies 9. Systems Maintenance & Evaluation |
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| Replacing Course(s) | NA | ||||||||
| Transition | NA | ||||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | INFO6030 - Systems Analysis and Design | ||||||||
| Modes of Delivery | External Mode Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning Internal Mode |
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| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Laboratory Self Directed Learning |
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| Contact Hours | Laboratory: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |