Western Illinois University - College of Business and Technology
Accredited
by AACSB-International
IS 341 - Business Systems Analysis
Spring, 2017
Catalog Description: Business Systems Analysis (IS 341). (3 credits) Develop an understanding of concepts and
techniques of business information systems analysis. Emphasis on System Development Life Cycle and
modeling.
Instructor: Lawrence L. Andrew, M.S., M.B.A.
Office: Stipes Hall 442I, (309) 298-1305, email: LL-Andrew@wiu.edu
web page:
http://faculty.wiu.edu/LL-Andrew
Office Hours: M,W, F:
8:00 AM –8:50 AM; T, H: 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM; Or by appointment.
Classes: Section 200 – T, H: 12:30 – 1:45 PM; Stipes Hall 207
Section TQ1 – T, H: 12:30 – 1:45 PM; QC Riverfront 226
Required
Textbook: Valacich, J. S., George, J. F., and Hoffer, J.
A. (2004). Essentials of Systems
Analysis and Design, 5th ed. Upper
Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Prentice Hall.
ISBN:
9780137067114 or 9788120345584.
Handouts: to be distributed in class or through the
computer network.
Suggested
Software: Visible Analyst, Visible Systems, Inc.,
1-800-684-7425, www.visible.com
Additional Required Materials: Jump Drives,
CD-RWs, or Floppy Disks as required. .
Additional costs may be involved in printing/binding projects, etc.
Prerequisites: IS 340; and CS 214.
Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to
systems analysis and design. An overview
of information systems and the systems development life cycle will be
presented. The course covers the
technical and behavioral factors necessary for the successful management of
systems development projects. The
factors for effective communication with users and team members and all those
associated with the development and maintenance of the system are
emphasized. In this process, students
will develop analysis and modeling skills and a synergistic view of the systems
development life cycle. Other elements
presented in the course may relate to ethical and legal implications of
information systems, global and societal differences in the use of information
systems, inter- and intra-organizational communication, and the relationship of
technological change to society.
Course Objectives:
·
Develop a functional understanding
of systems analysis and design methods.
·
Develop skills in the use of
project management tools for information systems development.
·
To understand the process of collecting
and structuring information for requirements specifications.
·
Develop conceptual skills for data
and process modeling.
·
Achieve proficiency in using a CASE
tool to document system requirements and specifications.
·
To understand concepts of systems
design and construction (i.e., user interface design and input/output
specifications, etc.).
·
To understand the significance of
systems implementation and support.
·
To understand the importance of professionalism, including dress,
attitude, demeanor, outlook, and following
specifications/requirements/instructions.
Policies: The primary sources of information will be the textbook and lectures. Other sources may include video presentations, guest speakers, library reserve works, or other ancillary material. Lectures will cover the main topics, but students will be responsible for all material covered and assigned in class. All assignments must be completed using a computer, should be free of grammatical and mechanical errors, and measure up to standards which would be acceptable in a business office. Keep in mind that computer equipment fails when you need it most; start early, and don’t expect to print out your assignment minutes before it is due. All assignments are to be appropriately double spaced, stapled (diagonally in the upper left corner), or placed in a cover (as assigned in class).
Note:
Student Attendance and Grades will NOT be discussed over email,
telephone, or in the classroom. Any such
request will be ignored and will receive no response. These issues will be discussed in person in
the instructor’s office only.
Note: The instructor reserves the right to make
exceptions and changes to ALL parts of this syllabus on a class-wide or
case-by-case basis with notice to students during regularly scheduled class
meetings. Speak to the instructor during
office hours if you believe you need an exception made to a policy identified
in this syllabus.
Note on Cell Phones and wireless
devices: Cell Phones and other
audible devices MUST BE turned OFF, or set to Silent or to Vibrate during class. Students may NOT text, email, surf the Web,
or otherwise use such devices during the class period. Any student violating this policy will be ejected
from the classroom for the class period and will receive an unexcused absence
for that day. Multiple violations will
require meeting with the department chair, the dean, and/or other university
officials before returning to the classroom, and any missed exams, quizzes, or
other classwork will receive a grade of zero (0).
Note on Recording Devices – any use
of audio or video recording devices at any during the course without prior
approval of the instructor will be considered cheating and will result in
immediate dismissal from the course and assignment of a failing grade for the
entire course.
Attendance:
(see Attendance link at:) http://faculty.wiu.edu/LL-Andrew
Attendance
is an important part of college classes and is required for all class
sessions. No provision is made for
absences or late assignments. If you
must be absent you should notify the instructor before the beginning of
class. Unexcused absences always result
in no credit for that day’s work in class, including tests, quizzes, and
homework. Requests for an excused
absence should be made in writing prior to the incurred absence and should be
accompanied by appropriate supporting documentation. Students are responsible for all material
assigned or discussed in class, and the student carries the responsibility to
obtain class notes and other materials or assignments presented during an
absence. Attendance in class and taking
the tests will not guarantee the best grade.
Each student will be evaluated based on punctuality, preparedness, and
meaningful participation in class activity and positive contribution to a
classroom experience that is conducive to learning. Classroom etiquette requires you come to
class on time, remain until class ends, and not maintain a conversation while
the instructor or another student is speaking.
If you must leave early, please do so without disrupting the class.
Attendance
is taken daily and tardiness is recorded as an unexcused absence. Therefore, if you are in your seat when roll
is taken, you are counted present; otherwise, you are counted absent. [Note:
Keep in mind that at least you will get the benefit of hearing the
material presented by attending class even
though your tardiness counts against you for attendance purposes.]
Exams: Exam
dates will be announced in class one week in advance, and the final exam will
be comprehensive. There are no make-up
exams and provision for such will be made at the discretion of the instructor,
who reserves the right to allow or deny any absence at his sole discretion;
students are expected to be present at the scheduled exam time. Medical emergencies and extenuating
circumstances should be brought to the instructor’s attention before the exam
begins. All exams are closed book and
may consist of a combination of objective (true/false, multiple choice, fill in
the blanks, etc.) and essay or case analysis questions.
Unless advance
arrangements have been made, there will be No
Make-Up Tests. Any missed tests will
constitute a zero for that test.
Quizzes: Quizzes
will be unannounced and may not be made up.
Quizzes will be based on material previously discussed in class or on
assigned readings.
Team Project: Every student
must participate in and complete a team project/presentation. Students will work in teams of three or four
and may not work on projects that are not their own. The project is a very important part of the
course learning experience. You are
advised to begin the project early in the term by organizing project teams. If you fall behind or wait until the last minute
to begin the project it will be extremely difficult to catch up or complete the
project on time. Additional information
regarding the project will be provided in class. Failure to participate in and submit all team
projects and the presentation will result in a failing grade for the entire
course.
Note: Business Professional dress (Business Formal,
as explained in class) is Required for presentations. Also see
http://www.umsl.edu/depts/career/files/pdfs/Professional%20Dress%20Handout.pdf and http://www.iuk.edu/career-services/assets/pdfs/Professional%20Business%20Attire.pdf for examples.
Time Requirements: You will need to study/prepare every day
since we move quickly through the assigned topics. A rule of thumb for college level classes is
2-3 hours outside of class in preparation for every hour in class. It is much easier to fall behind than to
catch up. Planning this time is your
responsibility.
Academic Dishonesty
Instances of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Students are expected to complete their own assignments and submit their own work, and will be held responsible for their actions. Discipline will be enforced according to the regulations set forth in the Western Illinois University Undergraduate Catalog.
ADA: If you have a disabling condition that will
require an accommodation in tests or class structure, please advise the
instructor. http://www.wiu.edu/student_services/disability_resource_center/
Student Rights and Responsibilities: http://www.wiu.edu/provost/students.php
Drop Policy: Course
Withdrawal Policy: http://www.wiu.edu/users/policies/
Grading Standards (subject to
change with notice):
Components
of Grade:
Exam #1 17%
Exam #2 17%
Exam #3 17%
Final Exam 17%
Quizzes 15%
Project 17%
Example of how to compute course PERCENTAGE
(assume each component is worth 100 points):
Your score on each of the above 6 items is
86, 83, 90, 91, 75, and 90, respectively.
Your overall course percentage is:
{(86 * .17) + (83 * .17) + (90 * .17) +
(91 * .17) + (75 * .15) + (90 * .17)} =
{(14.62) +
(14.11) + (15.3)
+ (15.47) +
(11.25) + (15.3)}
= 86.05%
Your course grade,
corresponding to 86.05% (using the table below) is B+.
Grading Scale:
|
PERCENTAGE |
GRADE |
PERCENTAGE |
GRADE |
|
>=90 |
A |
>=70 AND <74 |
C |
|
>=87 AND <90 |
A- |
>=67 AND <70 |
C- |
|
>=84 AND <87 |
B+ |
>=64 AND <67 |
D+ |
|
>=80 AND <84 |
B |
>=60 AND <64 |
D |
|
>=77 AND <80 |
B- |
>=57 AND <60 |
D- |
|
>=74 AND <77 |
C+ |
LESS THAN 57 |
F |
Tentative Course Outline (subject to change)
Week Topic
1 Introduction
2 Chapter 1 – The Systems Development
Environment
3 Chapter 2 – The Sources of Software
4 Chapter 3 – Managing the Information
Systems Project
5 Chapter 4 – Systems Planning and
Selection
6 Catch-up
Exam
1
7 Chapter 5 – Determining System
Requirements
8 Chapter 6 – Structuring System
Requirements: Process Modeling
9 Chapter 7 – Structuring System
Requirements: Conceptual Data Modeling
10 Chapter 8 – Designing the Human
Interface
11 Catch-up
Exam
2
12 Chapter 9 – Designing Databases
13 Chapter 10 – Systems Implementation and
Operation
14 Appendix A: Object-Oriented Analysis and Design
Appendix
B: Agile Methodologies
Exam
3
15 Project Presentations
16 Final Exam