IT 285 Systems Analysis and Design
is an intermediate-level course that introduces the student to a practical approach to information technology and systems development. Students learn how to use the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model to translate business requirements into information systems that support a company's short- and long-term objectives. Real-world case studies and assignments teach analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making techniques, which in turn develop critical thinking skills. Systems Analysis and Design is the capstone course for the IT programs and introduces such topics as needs analysis, strategic planning, feasibility studies, requirements modeling, enterprise modeling, data design, user interfaces, input and output design, systems architectures, systems implementation, project management, and CASE tools. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0).
Prerequisite
sophomore standing and a minimum completion of 45 credits hours toward an IT degree, or approval of instructor