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Prescription:DM300 Data Modelling |
Aim of Module | To provide students with a sound understanding of information engineering techniques in modern use.
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Credits | 7
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Knowledge Assumed From | SA200 Systems Analysis
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Suggested Time | 70 student learning hours
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Prescription Expiry Date | Nov 2002
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The Student Will
| | | P | 1.1 | Evaluate a data model in terms of Third Normal Form, redundancy of entity types, redundancy of relationships. | | P | 1.2 | Examine the use of at least one Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tool.
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| | | P | 2.1 | Draw a function hierarchy, showing the sequence, iteration and selection of functions and processes for an organisation. | | P | 2.2 | Produce an organisation's data dependency diagrams, based on the dependency analysis function hierarchy and data model. Review and refine the data model and function hierarchy based on this.
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| | | P | 3.1 | Produce Data Access Maps based on data access analysis. | | P | 3.2 | Use the results of data access analysis to verify the models.
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| | | Note | > | Use a CASE tool such as Rational Rose, System Architect, or Visible Analyst. |
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