Prerequisites

CIT 37400

Offered

Spring

Software

None

Credit By Exam

No

Coordinator

E. Fernandez

What you will learn

Description

Application of tools and techniques for system designs that meet requirements for input, output, files, processes, and controls is undertaken through a semester project. Software selection decisions, conversion and implementation planning, post-operational review planning, and maintenance considerations are also discussed.

Textbook

No Textbook

Course Outcomes

• Practice object modeling techniques to design an IT solution (CIT 9)
• Given a class diagram, develop a physical database design (CIT 3)
• Given a requirements statement, design, implement and document a solution which meets accessibility standards and client needs (CIT 3, 6)
• Evaluate a web-based system against accessibility and user interface standards (CIT 10)
• Apply project and team management skills (CIT 4)

CIT Program Outcomes (What are these?)

3. Plan, design, implement, and evaluate IT-based projects and systems to meet desired needs.

4. Function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.

6. Communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences.

9. Use current technical concepts, techniques and practices in the information technologies within the student"s area of expertise.

10. Apply the best practices and standards within the student's area of expertise.

Principles of Undergraduate Learning (What are Principles of Undergraduate Learning?)

1a. Communicate effectively in a variety of formats, particularly written, oral, and visual formats.

3. Integration and Application of Knowledge

4. Intellectual Depth, Breadth, and Adaptiveness

5. Understanding Society and Culture

Topics

• Systems Design and Construction
• Output Design
• Input Design
• User Interface Design
• Database Design
• Prototyping Designs
• Underlying Programming

Assessment

• Individual Assignments (3-5)
• Physical Database Design
• Group Project Status Reports
• Group Project Physical Database Design
• Group Project Usability Tests / Test Plans
• Group Project Final Report and Presentation