Systems Analysis I Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

BCIS-2390-001 Systems Analysis I

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: BCIS 1305

Course Description

Comprehensive introduction to systems and methodologies for software development for computer systems. Language design and implementation, structures for design and development, testing for correctness, automatic programming and CASE tools.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Hybrid

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\ 1. Access to a PC with High-Speed Broadband Internet Connection.

\ 2. Prescribed Textbook for the Course. See details in the "Textbooks" Section above.

Student Performance

\ After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to demonstrate understanding of the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program.

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• \ Understand the Program Development Process
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• \ Understand and demonstrate basic problem solving and logic development
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• \ Understand and demonstrate the usage of the three program decision constructs
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• \ Understand and demonstrate the use of program design tools
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• \ Understand the concept of data structures, abstractions, and events
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• \ Understand and demonstrate the usage of object oriented design techniques
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• \ Demonstrate the usage of visual design techniques
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• \ Demonstrate effective use of arrays, sequential file access and direct file access
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Expected Student Behavior

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1. \ Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work.  Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may be excluded from class with a grade of F; or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College.  The faculty of the CIS Department reserves the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test by reproducing any specific section or all of the test in question.
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2. \ Any action that compromises the computer systems at Amarillo College, including but not limited to hacking or cracking, will result in a grade of "F" in this course and possible further disciplinary action.
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Attendance

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• \ Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class and also adhere to the CIS Department attendance requirements.
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• \ Check your email daily and have assignments in on time.
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• \ An exam may be taken only one time
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• \ Attendance will be determined from online class participation through homework assignments, discussions, and exams.
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• \ Department requirements will be provided at the first of the semester.
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