INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CSE1IS
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces the concept of information systems (IS) and its components, and examines real-life IS and their role in our changing contemporary world. In the subject, students examine the development phases and methodologies utilised for constructing IS, and gain insight and practical experience with problem modelling approaches, solution design approaches, and technology options for implementing IS.
School: School Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Lianhua Chi
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 1 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: CSE1ITF or CSE1IIT or BUS1MIS
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: INT1IS
Equivalent subjects: INT1IS
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Systems analysis and design. | Prescribed | Shelley, G., and Rosenblatt, H. 2016 | 11th Ed, CENGAGE |
| Readings | Fundamentals of Information Systems | Recommended | Stair, R., and Reynolds, G. 2017 | 9th Ed, CENGAGE. |
| Readings | Systems Analysis & Design for the Global Enterprise | Recommended | Bentley L. and Whitten J. 2007 | 7th Ed. McGraw-Hill |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Construct simplified models for various real-life information systems, including their components, which connect to their purpose within our changing contemporary world.
- Activities:
- Lecture/Tutorial/workshop discussions and assignment inquiry and modelling tasks.
02. Describe the phases involved in developing an information system for various development methodologies, and justify methodology choices for various scenarios.
- Activities:
- Lecture/Tutorial/workshop investigation activities. Assignment case study analysis.
03. Select and demonstrate appropriate requirements gathering techniques given real-life system development scenarios.
- Activities:
- Tutorial/workshop case-based practical activities.
04. Select modelling approaches and construct system analysis models for a variety of problems and stakeholder perspectives.
- Activities:
- Tutorial/workshop case-based modelling activities. Assignment modelling task.
05. Design user interface components and data models for information systems based on analysed requirements for real-world scenarios.
- Activities:
- Tutorial/workshop case-based design activities. Assignment design task.
06. Select and describe implementation approaches, technologies, and security requirements for a variety of information system solutions.
- Activities:
- Tutorial/workshop investigation, case study, and prototyping tool use activities. Assignment prototype implementation.
Bendigo, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Simon Egerton
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Lectorial"
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Workshop in Lab"
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on weekends during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Student self-directed learning"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2.5-hour examination (2500 words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 60 | 01, 02, 05 |
| Two assignments each equivalent to 1,000 words | For assignment 1, students are required to: construct a simple model for an organisation's information system; and to justify the approaches utilised in its development. For assignment 2, students are required to: construct an analysis model; design a user interface and data model; and build a working information system prototype for a simple real-world problem scenario. | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Lianhua Chi
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"lab/tutorial"
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2.5-hour examination (2500 words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 60 | 01, 02, 05 |
| Two assignments each equivalent to 1,000 words | For assignment 1, students are required to: construct a simple model for an organisation's information system; and to justify the approaches utilised in its development. For assignment 2, students are required to: construct an analysis model; design a user interface and data model; and build a working information system prototype for a simple real-world problem scenario. | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Sydney, 2019, Study Period 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Lianhua Chi
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 42
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
"lab/tutorial"
LectureWeek: 31 - 42
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2.5-hour examination (2500 words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 60 | 01, 02, 05 |
| Two assignments each equivalent to 1,000 words | For assignment 1, students are required to: construct a simple model for an organisation's information system; and to justify the approaches utilised in its development. For assignment 2, students are required to: construct an analysis model; design a user interface and data model; and build a working information system prototype for a simple real-world problem scenario. | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Sydney, 2019, Study Period 3, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Lianhua Chi
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 46
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day in week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 46
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day in week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2.5-hour examination (2500 words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 60 | 01, 02, 05 |
| Two assignments each equivalent to 1,000 words | For assignment 1, students are required to: construct a simple model for an organisation's information system; and to justify the approaches utilised in its development. For assignment 2, students are required to: construct an analysis model; design a user interface and data model; and build a working information system prototype for a simple real-world problem scenario. | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Sydney, 2019, Study Period 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Lianhua Chi
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2.5-hour examination (2500 words equivalent) | Hurdle requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | 60 | 01, 02, 05 |
| Two assignments each equivalent to 1,000 words | For assignment 1, students are required to: construct a simple model for an organisation's information system; and to justify the approaches utilised in its development. For assignment 2, students are required to: construct an analysis model; design a user interface and data model; and build a working information system prototype for a simple real-world problem scenario. | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |