Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The National Commission for Academic Accreditation &
Assessment
COURSE SPECIFICATION
Systems Analysis & Design
MISC 232
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Course Specification
King Abdualziz University
Institution
College/Department
College of Science & Art Khulais
A Course Identification and General Information
1. Course title and code:
2. Credit hours
MIS 232
3 Hours
3. Program(s) in which the course is offered.
(If general elective available in many programs indicate this rather than list programs)
Bachelor Degree in Management Information System (MIS)
4. Name of faculty member responsible for the course
Dr. Hussain Ahmad Awad
5. Level/year at which this course is offered
second year
6. Pre-requisites for this course (if any)
ELCA 201
7. Co-requisites for this course (if any)
N/A
8. Location if not on main campus
College of Science & Art Khulais
B Objectives
1. Summary of the main learning outcomes for students enrolled in the course.
 Objectively identify and select information systems development projects
 Be able to conduct feasibility studies, create plans and schedules for
information systems and projects
 Be able to understand and use the different software development
methodologies
 Understand the role of CASE tools in software projects, and be able to use them
 Use the various techniques needed in software development phases
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2. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being implemented. (eg
increased use of IT or web based reference material, changes in content as a result of new research in
the field)
Using a modern case study, work groups, and text book to:
 Describe the organizational roles involved in information systems development.
 Discuss analytical skills required for success as a systems analyst.
 Discuss technical skills required for success as a systems analyst.
 Discuss management skills required for success as a systems analyst.
 Discuss interpersonal skills required for success as a systems analyst.
 Describe the systems analysis profession.
C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form to be used for the Bulletin or
Handbook should be attached)
1 Topics to be Covered
List of Topics
No of
Weeks
Contact
hours
The systems development environment
1
3
The origins of software
1
3
Managing the IS project
1
3
Identifying & selecting systems development projects
1
3
Initiating & planning systems development projects
1
3
Determining system requirements
2
6
Structuring system process requirements
1
3
Structuring system logical requirements
1
3
Finalizing design decisions
1
3
Designing distributed & Internet systems
1
3
3
System implementation
1
3
Maintaining information systems
1
3
2 Course components (total contact hours per semester):
Lecture:
Tutorial:
Laboratory
36
0
0
Practical/Field
work/Internship
Other:
0
0
3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week. (This should be an average
:for the semester not a specific requirement in each week)
60-90 minutes per class, an average of 4-5 hours per week.
4. Development of Learning Outcomes in Domains of Learning
For each of the domains of learning shown below indicate:
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A brief summary of the knowledge or skill the course is intended to develop;
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A description of the teaching strategies to be used in the course to develop that knowledge or
skill;
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The methods of student assessment to be used in the course to evaluate learning outcomes in
the domain concerned.
a. Knowledge
(i) Description of the knowledge to be acquired
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This course aims to develop the students’ ability to plan, analyze, design,
implement, validate, and maintain computerized information systems.
Specifically, the course will:
Develop the students' skills of identifying and selecting information systems
development projects and using different selection criteria
Introduce approaches and models for information systems analysis and design
Highlight and integrate the methodologies, techniques, and tools needed to
produce and maintain information systems.
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(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop that knowledge
Lecture
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Introductory idea through Case study
Discussion of the idea.
Students' participation in a Work groups
(iii) Methods of assessment of knowledge acquired
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Giving answers to the case study questions.
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Relating the case study lessons to the whole topic of the chapter.
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Individual and Group Assignment through Exams
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Presentations - Readings support.
b. Cognitive Skills
(i) Description of cognitive skills to be developed
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The ability to describe and utilize the electronic technologies used to
support and SDLC;
The ability to evaluate the characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses of the
principal tools used by system analyst;
The ability to utilize all types and formats of information resources and to
learn about and use developed technologies;
A facility for analysing information to build a system;
The ability to apply basic principles of selection, acquisition, organization,
retrieval, preservation, and management;
The ability to evaluate current SDLC requirements and plans that meet
developing institutional and client needs.
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these cognitive skills
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Introduce group project and case study approaches to enable students to
have an experience in problem solving situations.
Embed development of some elements of cognitive skills through
assignments.
Introduce exercises and training process in planning analysis and design
courses that promote critical thinking and ability to seek solutions.
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(iii) Methods of assessment of students cognitive skills
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Assessment of exercises and training process.
Assessment of assignments.
Exams :
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o First Exam
o Second Exam
o Reading Assignments and Participation
o Final Exam
c. Interpersonal Skills and Responsibility
(i) Description of the interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility to be developed
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Students should be responsible for their own learning that requires using
means to analysis.
The students should be aware of ethical and professional issues involving
values and moral judgments in ways that are sensitive to others.
The students will have the ability to work constructively in a group.
The students will have the ability to describe and put into practice
principles and techniques of supervision, management, and leadership.
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills and abilities
N/A
(iii) Methods of assessment of students interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility
N/A
d. Communication, Information Technology and Numerical Skills
(i) Description of the skills to be developed in this domain.
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Students will have the ability to communicate in Arabic and English both
orally and in writing.
Student will have sufficient knowledge in information technology that will
enable them to gather, interpret, and communicate information and ideas.
Students will have sufficient background in statistical or mathematical
techniques that will enable them to apply in making a plans.
Students will have sufficient skills in communication that enable them
communicate fairly.
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills
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Using a Franco languages (Arabic and English) in classes.
Introduce one course in communication skills in general education
which will enhance the student’s communication skills.
Students will be exposed to oral presentation in designated courses.
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(iii) Methods of assessment of students numerical and communication skills
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Assessment of student communication skills will be through the Arabic,
English and communication courses, senior projects, , and term papers.
The oral skills will be tested in the oral presentation of the projects.
Marks given for reports and presentations in all courses will include a
component for effectiveness of presentation.
e. Psychomotor Skills (if applicable)
N/A
(i) Description of the psychomotor skills to be developed and the level of performance required
N/A
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills
N/A
(iii) Methods of assessment of students psychomotor skills
N/A
5. Schedule of Assessment Tasks for Students During the Semester
Assess
ment
Assessment task (eg. essay, test, group project, examination
etc.)
Week due
1
First exam
6
Proportion
of Final
Assessment
20%
2
Second exam
20
20%
3
Research
15
10%
4
Final exam
16
40%
5
Work group
The
10%
Whole
Semester
D. Student Support
1. Arrangements for availability of teaching staff for individual student consultations and academic
advice. (include amount of time teaching staff are expected to be available each week)
One office hour daily
One lab hour daily
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E Learning Resources
1. Required Text(s)
1. Modern systems analysis & Design, 4th edition, J. Hoffer et. Al, Prentice-Hall,
2005.
2. Essential References
1. Systems analysis & design, 9th edition, Kendall, 1998.
2. Systems Analysis & Design, 4th edition, K. Kendall & J. Kendall, Prentice-Hall,
1999.
3- Recommended Books and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc) (Attach List)
N/A
4-.Electronic Materials, Web Sites etc
1. Extra resources can be found at the ACM’s website www.acm.org
5- Other learning material such as computer-based programs/CD, professional standards/regulations
N/A
F. Facilities Required
Indicate requirements for the course including size of classrooms and laboratories (ie number of seats in
classrooms and laboratories, extent of computer access etc.)
1. Accommodation (Lecture rooms, laboratories, etc.)
Lecture rooms
2. Computing resources
Data show and smart board
3. Other resources (specify --eg. If specific laboratory equipment is required, list requirements or attach
list)
N/A
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G Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes
1 Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching
 Analysis of students’ performance on the tests and final.
 Comparison of students’ scores on test I, test II and Final exam.
 Asking students about their difficulties every now and then
during the semester.
 Students’ comments during office hours.
 Watch for students weaknesses while doing exercises in class.
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Focus group discussion with small groups of students
2 Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Instructor or by the Department
N/A
3 Processes for Improvement of Teaching
Using an internet access to prove some real case, and try to visit some organizations to study their
information system
4. Processes for Verifying Standards of Student Achievement (eg. check marking by an independent
member teaching staff of a sample of student work, periodic exchange and remarking of tests or a
sample of assignments with staff at another institution)
 I record areas of difficulty.
 I focus on individualized instruction in class.
 Students do all exercises in class either orally or in writing. I
give feedback and provide individual help.
5 Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course effectiveness and planning for
improvement.
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Confidential completion of standard course evaluation
questionnaire: Students forms will be completed before the final
exam.
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