ISAM 4365
ANALYSIS & DESIGN OF BUSINESS SYSTEMS
FALL 2015
The information contained in this syllabus is subject to change without notice. Students are expected to be aware of any
additional course policies presented by the instructor during the course of study.
PREREQUISITE:
ISAM 3034 and 3331 or equivalents – programming and database knowledge.
CLASSROOM & TIME:
SSB 3304
INSTRUCTOR:
Mohammad A. Rob, Ph.D.
Wednesday, 4:00 PM – 6:50 PM
Office: SSB, Suite 3-202-9
Voice: (281) 283-3191
E-mail: rob@uhcl.edu
Course Web site: https://mis.uhcl.edu/rob
Office Hours: Mondays, 5-7 PM; Wednesdays, 2 - 4 PM; walk-ins and appointments.
TEACHING ASSISTANT:
Refer to course website.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
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COURSE MATERIALS:
To prepare for the career of a Systems Analyst and understand the current job market.
To understand the various approaches of developing an information systems.
Understand the phased-approach of systems development life cycle (SDLC).
Understand the activities of the each of the phases of the SDLC.
Understand the tools and techniques used in various activities of the SDLC.
Specifically understand the technique of Process Modeling or Data-Flow Diagrams.
Implement the activities of the various phases of the SDLC through a case project.
All documentations necessary to develop as outcomes of the various activities of the SDLC.
To work as a team member of a systems development project through group interactions
including verbal and written communications.
Lecture Text: Systems Analysis & Design, Authors: Gary B. Shelly and Harry J. Rosenblatt,
Course Technology, Tenth Edition. ISBN: 978-1-285-42270-1.
Required Materials: Class notes available on instructor's Web site.
Recommended Software: Microsoft Visio Professional available in PC and MIS Labs.
COURSE ACTIVITIES:
The course will contain lectures, discussions, homework assignments, a case problem,
presentations, a research paper and two tests. The test will be of multiple choice type.
HOME WORK:
Each student will be required to complete a set of homework problems as scheduled below.
GROUP CASE PROJECT:
Student will work in groups and complete a selected case problem from each chapter of the
text to understand various activities of the system development life cycle (SDLC). Each group
will develop all required documents as mentioned in each chapter of the case problem and
submit as scheduled below. They can improve the documents as necessary during the course
of the study. Finally they will submit all the documents in a binder at the end of the semester
in an organized manner according to SDLC phases.
GROUP PRESENTATION:
Students will work in groups and make two presentations on specific parts of the case
problem as mentioned above. The presentations will cover topics/chapters on: (i) process
modeling, (ii) data modeling and program design. Each student in a group must participate in
the presentation. Refer to the presentation schedule on the course website and a tentative
schedule below.
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DISCUSSION:
Students are expected to be physically present in the class and participate in discussions on
the topics that are discussed in the class, especially the presentations.
ATTENDANCE:
Attendance is required for the course. Rolls may be called any time.
RESEARCH PAPER:
Each student is required to write one research paper on a topic that are closely related to
the text materials but are not covered in detail in class. Refer to instructor’s Web site for the
topic of research. Also refer to the Instructor’s Web site for writing format and sample
papers.
GRADING POLICY:
Two Tests (averaged)
50%
Group Project – Documentation
20%
Group Presentation
10%
Homework
10%
Research Paper
5%
Attendance
5%
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Total
100%
GRADES:
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D–
F
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90 – 93,
80 – 83,
70 – 73,
60 – 63,
59 and below
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D
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94 – 100,
84 – 86,
74 – 76,
64 – 66,
B+ = 87 – 89,
C+ = 77 – 79,
D+ = 67 – 69,
ASSESSMENT:
The School of Business may use assessment tools in this course and other courses for curriculum evaluation.
Educational Assessment is defined as the systematic collection, interpretation, and use of information about
student characteristics, educational environments, learning outcomes and client satisfaction to improve program
effectiveness, student performance and professional success.
This assessment will be related to the learning objectives for each course and individual student performance will
be disaggregated relative to these objectives. This disaggregated analysis will not impact student grades, but will
provide faculty with detailed information that will be used to improve courses, curriculum, and students’
performance.
6 DROP RULE:
Students who entered college for the first time in Fall 2007 or later should be aware of the course drop limitation
imposed by the Texas Legislature. Dropping this or any other course between the first day of class and the census
date for the semester/session does not affect your 6 drop rule count. Dropping a course between the census date
and the last day to drop a class for the semester/session will count as one of your 6 permitted drops. You should
take this into consideration before dropping this or any other course. Visit www.uhcl.edu/records for more
information on the 6 drop rule and the census date information for the semester/session.
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OTHER INFORMATION:
A.
Class Attendance: Regular class attendance is expected (Rolls may be called).
B.
Missing Tests and Laboratories: Missing tests and laboratories will be counted as zero. Make-up of missing tests
and any late submission of laboratory materials will be acceptable only under extreme emergencies.
C.
Academic Honesty: The Academic Honesty Policy at UHCL (found on the Dean of Students’ website, the Faculty
Handbook, the Student Handbook, the Senior Vice President and Provost’s website, the Graduate Catalog, and the
Undergraduate Catalog) states: Academic honesty is the cornerstone of the academic integrity of the university. It
is the foundation upon which the student builds personal integrity and establishes a standard of personal behavior.
Because honesty and integrity are such important factors in the professional community, you should be aware that
failure to perform within the bounds of these ethical standards is sufficient grounds to receive a grade of "F" in this
course and be recommended for suspension from UHCL. The Honesty Code of UHCL states "I will be honest in all
my academic activities and will not tolerate dishonesty."
D.
Special Academic Accommodations: Any individual with a disability who requires special accommodation should
inform the professor and contact Disability Services Office, Room 1402, or call (281) 283-2627.
E.
Incomplete Grade: A grade of “I” (Incomplete) will be administered only under extreme, verifiable emergency”
situation where the student in unable to complete some minor portion of the course work due to circumstance
beyond his/her control provided the student is passing the course.
F.
LAST DAY TO DROP OR WITHDRAW FROM THE SEMESTER: NOVEMBER 9, 2015.
G.
NO MORE THAN 6 (SIX) COURSES CAN BE DROPPED DURING THE COURSE OF STUDY.
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COURSE SCHEDULE & SUBMISSION DATES
[SUBJECT TO CHANGE IF DEEMED NECESSARY]
Date/Year 2015
Lecture Schedule
August 26
Syllabus Review & Introduction to SDLC
September 2
Chapter 1: Introduction to Systems Analysis and
Design
Formation of Groups (3 students)
September 9
PHASE-1: SYSTEMS PLANNING
Team Forming
Chapter 2: Analyzing the Business Case
Systems Analyst’s Tool Kit: Part C
Chapter 3: Managing Systems Projects
Teamwork: Statement of Understanding
Refer to course website
September 30
PHASE-2: SYSTEMS ANALYSIS
Team Processes
Chapter 4: Requirements Modeling
Chapter 5: Data and Process Modeling-Part I
Chap 1 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 41
Chap 2 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 82
Teamwork: Mission, Roles, and Rules (refer to website)
Review Questions: Chapter 3-even
Review Questions: Chapter 4-odd
October 7
Chapter 5: Data and Process Modeling-Part-II
October 14
Test-I: Chapters 1 – 5 (Multiple-Choice Questions)
October 21
Chapter 7: Development Strategies
Team Self-Assessment
October 28
PHASE-3: SYSTEMS DESIGN
Chapter 8: User Interface Design
November 4
Chapter 9: Data Design
Teamwork: KSS Analysis (refer to course website)
Chap 7 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 291
Chap 8 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 339
November 11
Chapter 10: System Architecture
Group Presentation – Case Project on Chapters 9 & 11: Data &
Program Design
November 18
PHASE-4: SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION
Chapter 11: Managing Systems Implementation
Review Questions: Chapter 8-even
Review Questions: Chapter 9-odd
November 25
Thanksgiving Holiday
December 2
PHASE-5: SYSTEMS OPERATION AND SUPPORT
Chapter 12: Systems Operations and Support
Team Peer Evaluation
Chap 9 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 397
Chap11 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 496
Teamwork: Evaluation (Take the survey)
Test-II: Chapters 7- 12 (Multiple-Choice Questions)
Submit Project Binder (all documents by phase)
September 16
September 23
Important Due Dates
Review Questions: Chapter 1- even
Review Questions: Chapter 2- odd
Chap 3 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 122
Chap 4 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 170
Research Paper Due (extended from Sept 30)
Chap 5 Case Project: Personal Trainer, Inc.; Page 217
Group Presentations – Case Project of Chapter 5: Process
Modeling (up to Level 1)
Review Questions: Chapter 5-all
Review Questions: Chapter 6-odd
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December 9
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