BA186 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
c/o Roy Canseco
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Consultation : TBA
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Room : TBA
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Schedule : Tuesdays Thursdays 2:30-4pm
COURSE DETAILS
BA186 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
Principles and methods for analyzing, designing and developing different types of business and management systems.
Course Description
BA 186: Systems Analysis and Design teaches methods for analyzing, designing, and developing different types of business and management systems. This course offers basic knowledge and skills related to computer-based business information systems and systems development practices. The course gives business students an understanding of the impact of information systems in organizations as well as a better grasp of the limits and constraints under which system analysts, programmers, technicians, and other information technology professionals work within organizations.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, students must be able to:
- Learn and understand the processes, methodologies and tools involved in systems development.
- Recognize which tool and which technique to use in a given phase of the systems development process.
- Be exposed to the actual work environment that will provide them the opportunity to apply the concepts and principles of systems analysis and design.
- Understand the impact of SA&D activities to support the business objectives of organizations
Course Methodology
This course shall employ a variety of methods such as but not limited to, lecture-presentation, discussions, teamwork, video presentations, Q&A. Individual assignments shall be given and case studies shall be assigned so as to ascertain the level of understanding of students. The use of a Learning Management System (LMS) shall be observed all throughout the course duration. Specifically, e-Learning shall be employed to acquaint the students of this mode of learning. Submission of outputs shall be carried out through the LMS. Class interaction is encouraged using the discussion/chat facilities of the course LMS.
Course Learning Management System (LMS) and Official Class Directory
We will use google classroom. Details will be given on the first day of class.
You will not receive any email notices if you will not register in both the LMS and class directory sites. The LMS will provide you access to course materials, assignments and other information relevant to our course.
COURSE OUTLINE
| Meeting | Topics |
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| Month 1 | |
| mtg 1 | Preliminaries and Creation of Project Teams |
| mtg 2 | Chapter 1: The Systems Development Environment |
| mtg 3 | Chapter 2: The Origins of Software |
| mtg 4 | Presentation of Project Topics by Team Leaders/Introduction of Team Members |
| mtg 5 | Chapter 3: Managing the Information Systems Project |
| mtg 6 | Chapter 4: Identifying and Selecting Systems Development Projects |
| mtg 7 | Chapter 5: Initiating and Planning Systems Development Projects |
| Month 2 | |
| mtg 8-9 | Chapter 6: Determining System Requirements Fieldwork/Team Work/Lab Work |
| mtg 10 | Midterm Examination |
| mtg 11-12 | Chapter 7: Structuring System Process Requirements Fieldwork/Team Work/Lab Work |
| mtg 13-14 | Chapter 8: Structuring System Data Requirements Fieldwork/Team Work/Lab Work |
| Month 3 | |
| mtg 15-16 | Chapter 9: Designing Databases Fieldwork/Team Work/Lab Work |
| mtg 17-18 | Chapter 10: Designing Forms and Reports Fieldwork/Team Work/Lab Work |
| mtg 19-20 | Chapter 11: Designing Interfaces and Dialogues Fieldwork/Team Work/Lab Work |
| mtg 21 | Chapter 12: Designing Distributed and Internet Systems |
| Month 4 | |
| mtg 22 | Pre-Final Examination |
| mtg 23 | Team Presentation |
| mtg 24 | Team Presentation |
| mtg 25 | Team Presentation |
| mtg 26 | Team Presentation |
| mtg 27 | Submission of Final Deliverables and Peer Review |
| Month 5 | |
| mtg 28 | Final Examination* |
| mtg 29 | Course Wrap-up |
| mtg 30 | Grade Consultation |
Note: Based on actual circumstances and assessing the progress of the class, the Instructor reserves the right to change/ collapse/interchange any of the topics as listed above.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
The class shall observe the following course deliverables:
- Written Exams (Midterm and Pre-Final)
- Final Exam (for those who will not meet the average score of 60%, midterm and pre-final exams)
- Quizzes (shall be given at the discretion of the Instructor)
- Team Presentations and Deliverables
At the end of the semester, each student shall be evaluated based on the following items:
| Requirement | Weight | |
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| INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT | ||
| Class Participation/Attendance/Individual Assignments | 10% | |
| Midterm Exam and Pre-Final Exam | 30% | |
| GROUP COMPONENT | ||
| Group Tasks/Assignments | 10% | |
| SA&D Deliverables | 40% | |
| Team Presentation | 10% | |
| Total | 100% |
GRADE EQUIVALENTS
The scores of the students shall be matched using this grading scale:
| SCORE FINAL | GRADE |
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| 92 – 100 | 1.0 |
| 88 - below 92 | 1.25 |
| 85 - below 88 | 1.5 |
| 82 - below 85 | 1.75 |
| 78 - below 82 | 2.0 |
| 74 - below 78 | 2.25 |
| 70 - below 74 | 2.5 |
| 65 - below 70 | 2.75 |
| 60 - below 65 | 3.0 |
| below 60 | 5.0 |
COURSE POLICIES
Project Teams
The class will be grouped into teams. Each team will have at most five (5) members. These teams will work on the SA&D deliverables, group assignments and in completing all the other requirements of the course.
Attendance
The class shall observe the University rules on attendance. This applies to sessions where physical presence is required. Four (4) absences (excused/unexcused) are allowed all throughout the duration of the course. A student who exceeds this maximum allowable absences shall be dropped from the class roll. The Instructor shall check the attendance from time to time and this shall be done on a random basis.
Submission of Requirements
Students are expected to demonstrate utmost diligence in the submission of course requirements. For every day of delay (includes weekends and holidays), five (5) points may be deducted from the overall score awarded to any work/task. Time management should be observed by students so as to ensure prompt and quality submission of the course requirements.
Presentation guide
- The whole member of the group is expected to present.
- A member who did not contribute anything should get a grade of zero.
- For the first 10 minutes, you are to present the key learning and concept from the chapter.
- The next 20 minutes, please explain quickly the background of the case & present your solutions.
- The last 5 to 10 minutes will be for Q&A
NOTE: During Q&A, the next presenting group can already start setting up
Documentation guide
- You are to submit a hard copy print-out of the slides before you start the presentation.
- Minimum of 1 slide and maximum of 2 slides per page.
- Print one sided only.
Code of Ethics
The highest level of ethical standards must be observed by each and every class member. Being admitted into the program is an accomplishment that should not be tarnished with any pigment of fraud, deceit and distrust. The course will be delivered under the clear cloud of mutual trust and respect.
Peer Evaluation
Each member of the team will accomplish an online evaluation form at the end of the course. This evaluation form will capture each member’s assessment of the performance of his/her team members. Points will be given to you to distribute among your team members and yourself. The average of which will be your peer evaluation score. Details of the mechanics will be given in class.
Group Tasks/Assignments
The course will require groups/teams to work on various tasks and assignments. These group tasks/assignments shall be assigned to the teams at a particular time and submission deadlines shall be specified by the Instructor for each of the tasks/assignments. Papers related to the this team work must be uploaded into the LMS. The evaluation of papers will follow these metrics:
| RUBRIC | % |
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| Organization and Logic | 30% |
| Depth of Analysis | 40% |
| Presentation/Delivery of Ideas | 20% |
| Overall Impact of Paper | 10% |
Other Policies
- Complaints regarding exam results shall be entertained only within a period of one week after the examination papers are returned. No complaints shall be entertained after this period. Students must use a pen or ballpen when taking any examination, otherwise, no complaints whatsoever regarding the examination shall be accepted.
- The specific guidelines that shall govern the other course requirements (team presentations and deliverables) shall be announced in class prior to the implementation of said course requirements. Each day of delay (including Saturdays and Sundays) shall be penalized by deducting 5 points from whatever score earned by a student/team for a specific requirement.
- We shall drop the lowest of our 3 exams. Those who will take the Completion and Final Exam must expect a set of more difficult questions.
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Teams are expected to submit ALL deliverables. If one item is missing, all team members shall automatically receive a grade of zero (0) for the missing requirements.
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If there is a need for consultations, please inform your professor beforehand so as to maximize the time needed for such.
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Punctuality is highly encouraged in this course. Late submission of assigned work may not be accepted. Likewise, tardiness is discouraged. If for some valid reason you are going to be absent or late for class, please inform your professor as soon as possible directly or through one of your classmates. Classes will start approximately five minutes after the designated time and will end approximately ten minutes before the designated time.
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Participation is also highly encouraged in this course. This course should as much as possible be an interactive discussion. As such, you are encouraged to read the lesson for the day beforehand. Also, please feel free to ask your questions or offer your comments anytime during the discussion. Furthermore, unannounced short quizzes may be administered from time to time to ensure that you keep yourself updated with the lessons.
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It is also highly encouraged that you check and review your work before submitting it to the professor. Any errors found in the final output (grammar, spelling, tense, inconsistencies) may be penalized.
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It is advised that all mobile devices should be kept in silent mode. If there is a need to answer a call or a message, please do so discreetly. If any mobile device rings or beeps during class, a short quiz will be automatically administered.
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The use of Internet-capable mobile devices such as laptops and tablets are allowed in class if and only if it helps the student participate in the discussion and/or understand the topic being discussed for the session. There may be times that the professor will ask the students to go online during the session to search for relevant reference materials. Otherwise, please keep your mobile devices switched off.
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For any concerns and issues regarding the course and its requirements, you can reach your professor at 03rvlc+ba186@gmail.com or shoot me an FB message. Just make sure you leave your name in the correspondence so that your professor can address the issue properly. Please tag your message with “[BA186]” so that your professor can promptly see it.
COURSE REFERENCES
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Valacich, J. S., George, J. F., & Hoffer, J. A. (2008). Modern System Analysis & Design 5th Edition. Pearson Education.
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Shelly, Rosenblatt (2012). System Analysis & Design 9th Edition. Cengage Learning.
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Dennis, Wixom, Roth (2012). System Analysis & Design 5th Edition. John Wiley & Sons Inc.
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Tilley, Rosenblatt (2017). System Analysis & Design 11th Edition. Cengage Learning.
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Kendall, Kendall (2014) System Analysis & Design 9th Edition. Pearson Education.