Systems Analysis
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Chapter 1 Worksheet
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What is the SDLC?
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What is the goal of application software?
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Describe the difference between data and information.
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Other than application software, list four other components of an information system.
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b.
c.
d.
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Describe the difference between systems software and application software.
Which is the systems analyst most likely to design?
Given an example of each.
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information system.
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Click and type is/are processes than an analyst follows to ensure work is well thoughtout, complete and comprehensible.
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techniques.
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The SDLC is a
a. Methodology
b. Technique
c. CASE Tool
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CASE standards for:
a. Constant analysis of system entities
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b. Comprehensive analysis of systems engineering
c. Computer-aided software engineering
d. Collaborative activities for student engagement
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Do research on a CASE tool you feel might be valuable. Provide a brief summary of the
tool (include cost).
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Define a system.
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List the nine characteristics of a system.
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f.
g.
h.
i.
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How does an information system interact with its environment?
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Why are decomposition and modularization used in systems analysis?
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Given an example of a tightly coupled system (other than an MP3 circuit board).
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Given an example of a loosely coupled system (other than an entertainment system).
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19.
Describe enterprise software.
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20.
According to your book, what is the primary role of the systems analyst?
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What are the four critical skills needed by a systems analyst?
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Which of these characteristics is most important to a systems analyst?
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b.
c.
d.
project manager
communicator
problem solver
programmer
23.
The SDLC always has four steps. Why is this statement false?
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What are the two major tasks completed during the Systems Planning and Selection
phase of the SDLC?
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What the sub-phases of the Systems Analysis phase of the SDLC?
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d.
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What is the output of the Systems Design phase of the SDLC?
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What are the sub-phases of the Systems Implementation phase of the SDLC?
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