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In order to demonstrate your understanding of the concepts, you may make assumptions provided you clearly state them.
Marking Guide
Element
Issues
Mark
Rich Picture
Have standard conventions been used? Does the diagram accurately depict the problem situation?
Requirements
Are your requirements clear, appropriate and measurable? [1 points for each, max 6]
Have standard conventions been used? Do your diagrams accurately reflect the current system? Are the diagrams consistent?
6 3 5
Activity Diagram
Does the diagram clearly reflect the booking process? Are standard conventions used? Are guard conditions and concurrency used correctly?
ERD
Does the diagram show understanding of basic concepts? Are primary and foreign keys shown?
Does the diagram reflect the data needs of the booking system?
Element 3
This element has a weighting of 30% of the whole module marks.
Report
1. Written report - The System Lifecycle: The operations director has asked you to provide him with a report to explain what methodology should be used to carry out a full systems analysis and design project for this organisation. Write a 750-1000 word report which compares the Waterfall with one other methodology and makes appropriate recommendations (ie which would be the most appropriate for developing the new system, and why). You must relate this to the case study provided.
Marking Guide
Criteria
Issues
Mark
System lifecycle
Do you understand the meaning and application of two methodologies system lifecycle? Are you able to justify your selection of the most appropriate development methodology and have you related this to the case study provided? Is your report appropriately structured and free of grammar/spelling errors? Do your references include books and academic journals as well as websites? Has Harvard referencing been used correctly?
12
Grade descriptors
In addition to the assessment criteria above the following table may assist you in understanding how we arrive at your final mark. Indeed your final mark should agree with the following grade descriptors, but note that the assessment criteria are the main means of assessment. Mark 0-39% 40-49% Descriptor Incomplete, or showing limited understanding of the techniques and how they are applied. The writing lacks coherence and, consequently, it is not clear that the assignment task has been grasped. Some understanding of the techniques/methods but lacking rigour in the analysis. Limited description of the required changes, and report lacking in detail. Shows a limited but accurate level of understanding of the techniques and their application. Report shows clear understanding and application to the case study Demonstrates accurate knowledge and understanding of the subject presented in a coherent manner and provides evidence of appropriate coverage and level of detail. The report is readable, neat and consistently styled throughout. The report is well structured and good use of language is made. Evidence of some further research. Demonstrates a clear understanding of the technique/methods and their application. Show initiative in approach, rigor in application and originality of thought. The report is well structured and shows evidence of extensive research. Demonstrates depth of insight and understanding of relevant material. Originality and thought and application is evident. The writing is exemplary: style and use of language complement one another making the report highly readable. The structure is very effective in addressing the assignment task.
50-59%
60-69%
70-79%
80% or above