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Prescription:SP300 Software Selection |
| Aim of Module | The student will analyse the software needs of a user, and assess candidate packages. Select and install one of the packages, and train the user training.
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| Credits | 7
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| Suggested Time | 70 student learning hours
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| Prescription Expiry Date | Nov 2002
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
The Student Will
| | | | | A | 1 | Interview the user to obtain information about the user's needs for a software solution to a business problem. | |
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P | 2 | Write a report detailing the user's needs as established from an interview, and recommending a software solution with justification. | |
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P | 3 | Install the selected software for the user. | |
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A | 4 | Train the user in the use of the software. | |
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Using an appropriate case study. |
CONTENT
| | | | > | Interviewing and note taking skills will be developed/practised.
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| | | | > | Needs analysis methods will be learned. Factors to be considered will include: | |
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| | - cost | |
| | - support | |
| | - proportion of needs met | |
| | - extendibility | |
| | - compatibility | |
| | - ease of use | |
| | - documentation | |
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| | | | > | Installation should include customising where applicable as well as printer installation.
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| | | | > | Training will include preparation of written instructions.
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