ITPD711

Module code

ITPD711

Module title

Information Systems Essentials

Prescription

This module gives an overview of the essential areas of Information Systems (systems, databases and software) and the tools and techniques by which these are used to achieve business goals.

Programmes

BI1804
IT0101
IT1101

NZQA Level

Level 7

NZQA Credits

15

Delivery method

Web-Enhanced

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 150

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this module students will be able to:

1. Analyse and apply the key components of Systems Analysis and Design
2. Analyse and apply the key components of Relational Database Management Systems
3. Analyse and apply the key components of Software Development
Content: Systems Analysis and Design:

- Systems Development Life Cycle
- System development methodologies
- Information gathering techniques
- Data flow diagrams and data dictionary
- Entity models and entity relationships
- Input forms and reports

Relational Database Management Systems:
- Unique identifiers and the use of keys
- Data models and normalisation
- Table creation and maintenance and simple data manipulation
- Structured Query Language commands

Software Development
- Variables
- Program structure diagrams
- Arrays (one-dimensional)
- Data types
- Sequence, repetition and selection
- Debugging and testing
Learning and Teaching Resource: Teaching methods will involve theoretical and practical classes, which may include but are not limited to lectures, tutorials, computer laboratory work, group activities and assignments.
Teaching and Learning Strategy: Teaching methods will involve theoretical and practical classes which may include but not limited to lectures, class discussions, tutorials, case studies, simulations, computer laboratory work, group activities, face-to-face and online activities.
Assessment Criteria: In order to receive a passing grade, students must achieve a minimum 40% average over all supervised tests and achieve 50% overall for the module.

ITPD711 – Information Systems Essentials