CSIS2200 – 070: System Analysis and Design

SEMESTER: Winter 2024 INSTRUCTOR: Jaspreet Kaur Sahiwal

COURSE TIME: Saturday 9:00-11:50 AM ROOM: N5109

EMAIL: [email protected] TELEPHONE: N/A

OFFICE Saturday 12:00-12:30PM (By

LOCATION: N5216
HOURS: Appointment)

*All times shown are in Pacific Standard Time (PST)

COURSE MATERIALS REQUIRED

Text: Management Information Systems Latest Edition by Hossein Bidgoli, Cengage Learning
COURSE SPECIFIC TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Other: USB Drives – at least 1 – minimum 8GB – Must be in working condition

CALENDAR COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides an introduction to information systems analysis techniques. The student will be
provided with the skills that are necessary for the analysis and design of information systems, and will
apply these skills in a step-by-step manner leading from the recognition of a problem to the
implementation of a solution on a case study.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to:

1. define information systems terms as used in current practice by information systems practitioners;
2. explain system components hardware, software, networks, etc.;
3. explain the relationships between information technology, information systems, organizations and organizational
goals;
4. explain the functions of systems analysis and design, and the roles and responsibilities of systems analysts and
project managers;
5. describe and apply current methods and approaches to information systems analysis and design, including the
traditional phased approach and a range of agile methods;

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 6. describe the relationship between information and data
7. use data structures and databases
8. describe the major phases and activities involved in the information system development process, and the
corresponding outcomes and deliverables;
9. apply the systems development process in exercises and case studies, within an organizational context, using
relevant techniques and methods;
10. explain security risks inherent to systems
11. explain security controls required for Management Information Systems
12. complete a term project based on a case study, to reinforce the concepts, techniques and methods learned in the
classroom

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
Delivery will be lecture, case study, and assignments. Assignments will include a term project
illustrative of professional practice in computer information systems.

MEANS OF ASSESSMENT:
Assignments-2 10%
Oral Presentation-1 5%
Quiz-2* 20%
Midterm Exam-1* 30%
Final Exam-1* 35%
TOTAL 100%

Notes:
 If you miss more than 30% of the scheduled classes, you will receive UN Grade for your
course grade.
 In order to pass the course, students must, in addition to receiving an overall course grade of
50%, also achieve a grade of at least 50% on the combined weighted examination
components (including quizzes, exams).
 FINAL EXAM IS MANDATORY. If you do not attempt final exam, you will receive UN as your
final grade.

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GRADING POLICY:
Numerical Numerical
Grade Achievement Level Grade Achievement Level
Value Value
A+ 4.33 90% to 100%
A 4.00 85% to 89% Students completed less
than 70% of the total
A- 3.67 80% to 84% evaluation of the course
B+ 3.33 77% to 79% or missed more than
UN 0.00` 30% of the class where
B 3.00 73% to 76% the instructor’s Course
B- 2.67 70% to 72% Outline specifies that
attendance is a course
C+ 2.33 65% to 69% requirement.
C 2.00 60% to 64%
C- 1.67 55% to 59%
D 1.00 50% to 54% Does not include GPA
W N/A
F 0.00 49% and below calculation

REGULATIONS FOR STUDENTS:

LATE ASSIGNMENTS: Late assignments/labs will not be graded and receive an automatic zero mark
except for extraordinary circumstances or prior arrangements with the instructor. Students are
encouraged to keep extra copies (i.e., photocopies or file backups) of their assignments in case of
data loss in the digital world.

MISSED TESTS OR FINAL EXAMINATION: Student will receive a zero mark for any missed test(s).
Exceptions may be considered in cases of extraordinary circumstances such as accidents, deaths in
the family, family emergencies’ including sick children. It is the responsibility of the student to inform
the College and/or the instructor at the earliest reasonable opportunity. Notification of the possibility of
missing the test or exam must be done prior to the test or exam date/time and based on the
instructor's preference might require supportive documentation where applicable.

CLASSROOM CIVILITY AND SHARED RESPONSIBILITY:

STUDENT CONDUCT: Any student who displays disruptive or dangerous behavior will be asked to
leave the classroom/lab by the instructor. Such behavior will be classified as misconduct. Reprimands
and appeals will be exercised according to the Douglas College Student Conduct policy.

TIMELINESS: Students are expected to be in class at the start of class. Any late student should enter
the session and try to not interrupt the flow of class activity as per Douglas College Student Conduct
policy.

CLASS CANCELLATION: If a class is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a notification will

be made through Blackboard to every student enrolled in the course. It is the responsibility of
students to be proactive and to check their announcements and/or e-mail before coming to class.
Every effort will be made to ensure that the notification is made as soon as possible.

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ILLNESS AND OTHER UNAVOIDABLE CIRCUMSTANCES: Except in extraordinary circumstances,
quizzes, tests, exam and assignment deadlines must be adhered too. If unable to attend or submit,
advance notice must be provided via email at your earliest opportunity. On the email include
- Course and section number (e.g., CSIS1190-006)
- Your name and student number (e.g., Student Number 212121212)
- Late assignment or missed quiz (e.g., Missed Term Test #1)
- Brief comment (e.g., Explanation of reasoning)
Without documentation such as a doctor’s letter, the instructor will discuss the most appropriate
course of action that will lead to fair evaluation of your overall learning in the course. Students must
use their Douglas College email account to communicate with the instructor and communication must
be in English.

PREPARATION, ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION: Attendance will be taken on a regular basis.

The method of delivery includes classroom discussion and lab exercises; and students need to be
present to participate and to learn.

STUDENT EFFORT: In addition to the scheduled times for classes and labs, students are expected
to spend at least 10 hours a week on this course. If you are consistently spending more time
than this, consider speaking with your instructor or reaching out to the Accessibility Centre for
assistance.

This following schedule is tentative and subject to change, as per the College policy.
Please do not make any travel arrangements during the final examination period – final exam
scheduling is beyond the instructor’s control. Please see the Registrar’s office immediately with any
conflict(s).

READINGS AND
WEEK # DATES WEEKLY TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ASSIGNMENT DUE
DATES

Week 01 2024-01-06 Part 1 – Information Systems in Business Module 1

Part 1 – Computers and their Business

Module 2
Applications
Receive Assignment #1
Week 02 2024-01-13
Value-5%

Module 3
Week 03 Part 1-Data and Business Intelligence
2024-01-20
Assignment #1 Due

Module 3
Part 1-Data and Business Intelligence
Week 04 2024-01-27

Module 4
Quiz #1 – Weeks1 - 4 – Value – 10%
Week 05 2024-02-03 Part 1- Part 1-Personal ,Legal,Ethical and
Organizational Issues

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 Part 2: Data Communication: Delivering
Information Anywhere and Anytime Module 6,7 (Selected Top-
Week 06 2024-02-10 ics)
Part 2: A Connected World

Module 5
Part 1-Protecting Information Resources
Week 07 2024-02-17

Week 08 2024-02-24 Study Break

Module 8
Part 2 – E-Commerce Module 9
Part 2-Global Information Systems Receive Assignment #2
Week 09 2024-03-02
Value-5%

Week 10 2024-03-09 Midterm Exam-30%

Part 3: Building Successful Information System Module 10

Part 3:Enterprise Systems Module 11
Week 11 2024-03-16
Assignment #2 Due

Part 3:Enterprise Systems Module 11

Week 12 2024-03-23 Part 3: Supporting Decisions and Processes Module 12

Quiz #2 -Week 10 to 12- Value 10% Module 13

Week 13 2024-03-30 Part 3- Artificial Intelligence

Part 3- Emerging Trends ,Technologies ,and Module 14

Applications
Week 14 2024-04-06
Oral Presentation -
Value-5% Due
Week 16-
FINAL EXAMINATION -Value 35%
Week 17

LINKS TO IMPORTANT INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON COLLEGE WEBSITE:

1. Minimum technical requirements for taking courses online at Douglas College

2. Technical support information for students on the College website

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 3. Academic Integrity Policy (Douglas College Educational Policy)
Plagiarism and Cheating:
The use and/or reference of any/all websites (e.g. coursehero.com or similar) which host
copies of Douglas College course work assessments such as but not limited to Quizzes,
assignments, midterms, labs, exams, practical work, etc. constitutes plagiarism.
4. Course transferability
5. COVID-19 safety and guidance
6. Dates and Deadlines
7. Bookstore
8. Accessibility Services – Carrie Keen for CBA Students
9. Library

!!!*** WISH YOU ALL THE VERY BEST FOR THIS COURSE ***!!!

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