Duration 2 days – 14 hrs
Overview
This Systems Analysis and Design Training Course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices involved in the S.A.D. process. Through a combination of theoretical sessions, hands-on exercises, and case studies, participants will gain practical skills that can be immediately applied in their roles as systems analysts and designers.
Objectives
- Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Systems Analysis and Design process.
- Practical skills in requirements gathering, data modeling, and system design.
- Insight into best practices for system implementation, testing, and maintenance.
- Case studies and exercises will enhance the application of learned concepts.
Audience
- IT Professionals: Software engineers, developers, system analysts, and IT consultants seeking to enhance their skills in system analysis and design methodologies.
- Project Managers: Individuals responsible for overseeing software development projects who need a thorough understanding of system analysis and design principles to effectively manage project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
- Business Analysts: Professionals involved in bridging the gap between business needs and IT solutions who require knowledge of system analysis and design techniques to elicit, analyze, and document business requirements.
- Database Administrators: DBAs involved in designing and implementing database systems who can benefit from understanding system analysis and design concepts to ensure alignment between database structures and organizational needs.
- Systems Architects: Architects responsible for designing and planning complex IT systems who need a solid foundation in system analysis and design methodologies to create robust and scalable architectures.
- Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineers: QA professionals tasked with testing software systems who can benefit from understanding system analysis and design principles to create comprehensive test plans and ensure software meets functional and non-functional requirements.
- Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders: Individuals launching tech startups or developing new software products who want to understand the process of analyzing user needs, designing software solutions, and planning development cycles effectively.
- Graduate Students: Students pursuing degrees in computer science, information technology, or related fields who want to specialize in software engineering, system analysis, or project management.
- Career Changers: Professionals considering a career transition into IT or related fields who are interested in learning system analysis and design as part of their skill development for new career opportunities.
- Government and Corporate Professionals: Employees working in government agencies or corporate IT departments involved in planning, implementing, or managing IT systems who need to enhance their knowledge of system analysis and design methodologies to improve system efficiency and effectiveness.
- Freelancers and Consultants: Independent contractors or freelancers offering IT services who want to expand their expertise in system analysis and design to attract more clients and deliver high-quality solutions.
- Anyone Interested in IT Project Management: Individuals interested in learning about the processes involved in IT project management, including requirements gathering, solution design, and implementation planning, regardless of their current job roles.
Pre-requisites
- Familiarity with fundamental business operations and workflow.
- Proficiency in using common computer applications.
- Awareness of software development concepts and lifecycle.
- Ability to analyze problems and think critically.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Course Content
Day 1: Understanding Systems Analysis and Design (SAD)
Session 1: Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design
- Overview of Systems Analysis and Design (SAD)
- Importance of SAD in the development process
- Key concepts and terminology
Session 2: System Life Cycle
- Phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Emphasizing the importance of each phase
- Real-world examples and case studies
Session 3: Requirements Gathering
- Techniques for gathering user requirements
- Practical exercises and role-play scenarios
- Best practices and common pitfalls
Session 4: Modeling Systems
- Introduction to modeling tools and techniques
- UML (Unified Modeling Language) overview
- Hands-on modeling exercises
Case Study 1: Analyzing and Documenting Requirements (1 hour)
- Apply learned concepts to a real-world case study
- Group discussion and presentation of findings
Day 2: Designing Systems for Efficiency
Session 5: System Design Principles
- Principles of good system design
- Addressing scalability, performance, and usability
- Examples of successful system designs
Session 6: Database Design
- Basics of database design
- Data modeling and normalization
- Practical exercises using a sample database
Session 7: User Interface Design
- Importance of user-centered design
- Prototyping and wireframing
- Interactive design workshop
Session 8: System Testing and Validation
- Types of testing in SAD
- Importance of validation and verification
- Real-world examples of successful testing strategies
Session 9: Case Study 2: Designing a System
- Apply learned design principles to a practical case study
- Group collaboration on system design
- Presentation and peer feedback
- Q and A
- Closing and Remarks
