* Structured Techniques for analysis and design using a method such as SSADM
* Typical techniques to be included are user requirements capture, process models, data models, event models and enquiry access paths
* Correlation of different views of a system, for example, process- data, process - event, data - event models
* Use of CASE tool to check for consistency
* Introduction to the concept and use of a Database Management System
* Implementation of a Database to include queries, forms and reports to meet user requirement specification
* HCI overview, user skills and characteristics
* Perceptual ability including perception, cognition and memory
* Interface design considerations, including icons, screen layouts and interaction styles
* Task analysis and interface evaluation
* A comparison of multimedia and web-based approaches with the structured approach adopted for the development of a prototype.

Module delivery is 2 lectures and 1 tutorial per week.
This module provides in-depth study of a traditional approach to systems analysis, design and implementation through a case study.
Practical work will be based on a case study, working in small teams, to analyse, design and implement a simple prototype.
Integration of principles of HCI is achieved within the prototype produced.
A discussion of alternative approaches for multimedia and web-based approaches is considered towards the end of the module.
Pointers to useful resources and appropriate documentation for student centred learning will be supplied.

A proprietary CASE tool such as SELECT SSADM
A proprietary database tool such as MS Access

Prior study of level 1 Systems Analysis and Design or equivalent.

Essentials of Systems Analysis and Design, 2nd Edition, Valacich, George and Hoffer, Pearson Prentice Hall, ISBN: 0131211927
Interaction Design Beyond Human Computer Interaction, Preece, Rogers & Sharp 2002, Wyllie (Essential Reading), ISBN: 0471492787
Information Systems Development, D Avison & G Fitzgerald, McGraw Hill, 2002, ISBN: 0077096266

A group assignment weighted at 50% - to construct a prototype that satisfies user requirements following the techniques outlined above assessing learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4. Assignment length to be no more than 30 sides of A4.
An examination length 2 hours weighted at 50% assessing learning outcomes 1 and 2.