615-347 Application Environments

615-230 Database Concepts and 615-240 Concepts in Software Development II

Implementation of an information system on a computer requires documentation, coding, testing and commissioning of a suite of programs, the applications, in a chosen hardware, software and business environment. The information systems development processes must be matched to the development methodology, and the application environment and implementation be tailored to suit not just organisational structure but characteristics of the underlying computer systems and associated support software.

This subject provides an overview of the main elements of the information systems applications environment including computer supported cooperative work; the structure of common applications environments; and the tools available within these environments. The subject provides valuable practical experience in the development, management and use of information systems applications in a number of common environments.

At the successful conclusion of the subject, the student should have:

• developed an understanding of the importance of teams within IS development;

• used CSCW applications in support of the development process; and

• developed an understanding of the major characteristics of computer systems and the ways these support the development and management of information systems.

A 2-hour end-of-semester written examination. Group and individual project work to average 4 hours per week throughout the semester. Weighting of assessment components to be announced at the commencement of the subject.