Hbc2124:Information Systems Analysis And Design Question Paper
Hbc2124:Information Systems Analysis And Design
Course:Bachelor Of Commerce
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2011
QUESTION ONE - (30 MARKS)
(a) (i) What is a project? (2 Marks) (ii) Give the three characteristics of a project (6 Marks) (b) (i) Briefly discuss the SDLC, properly outlining its phases (8 Marks) (ii) Outline any two advantages of using SDLC (2 Marks) (c) Describe any four interface designs that make Human computer interaction possible. (6 Marks) (d) (i) Differentiate between techniques and methodologies. (2 Marks) (ii) Give examples in each case in (d) (i) above. (2 Marks) (e) Define system implementation. (2 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
(a) Using the details provided below, draw an Activity Diagram. Find the project period, the Critical path and the Critical activities. (8 Marks) Activity Precedence Duration (Weeks)
A - 2
B - 3
C A 1
D A 3
E B 3
F B 4
G C 3
H G 1
I D,E 2
J F 2
(b) Using the details in (a) above draw a Gantt Chart. (2 Marks) (c) Differentiate between CPM and PERT (4 Marks) (d) Identify the general principles which are applicable to all user interface designs. (6 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
(a) (i) Define feasibility study. (2 Marks) (ii) Discuss any four areas/aspects of feasibility study. (8 Marks) (b) (i) Explain the three criteria used to classify Systems. (3 Marks) (ii) Given relevant examples under each classification. (3 Marks) (c) Collection of data and user requirement analysis requires specialized techniques. Discuss any two fact-finding techniques. (4 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
(a) Describe any three techniques used for data modeling. (6 Marks) (b) State any four activities involved in the system implementation phase. (4 Marks) (c) Outline any two advantages of using prototyping in system development. (4 Marks) (d) (i) Define CASE tools. (2 Marks) (ii) Differentiate between RAD and JAD. (4 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE – (20 MARKS)
(a) Differentiate between Logical design and physical design. (6 Marks) (b) (i) Define cost-benefit analysis. (2 Marks) (ii) New information systems quite often play a major role in the support of planning objectives of an organization. Management participation is required for better evaluation
and control of new systems. Name two tangible and two intangible benefits associated with new information systems. (4 Marks) (c) Discuss the different types of system maintenance approaches. (8 Marks)
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