BTEC HND in Computing (customized)

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Unit / Module

Unit 8: Information Systems Project

1. Develop a project plan to an agreed specification 2. Develop a solution using applications software

Assignment
3. Implement solution using applications software 4. Present and evaluate project

Lecturer Student Name Date Handed Over Initial Submission Date Student to Tick if Attempted

Mr. Tharanga Gunarathne ID 23/05/2011 Date Due Re-Submission Date Criteria Met? Grading Opportunity P1.1 P1.2 P1.3 P2.1 P2.2 P2.3 P3.1 P3.2 P3.3 P4.1 P4.2 P4.3 On Initially Resubmission Assessor Feedback 15/07/2011

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Assessed By (Name): Signature: Student Signature & Comments: Date:

Important Information for Students 1. 2. The criteria each task relates to are shown against that task where possible. Please note that plagiarism is treated as a serious offence and therefore the work you produce must be individual and original although may work in groups in some instances (Please refer to Student Handbook on Plagiarism & Cheating). All sources of information must be referenced using Harvard referencing where a reference list/Bibliography should be included at the end of the assignment. Please note that the submission date given for this assignment is the final date that you can hand over the assignment. A one week grace period maybe extended with prior approval from the Head of the Department, Faculty of Engineering. However, note that submissions handed in one week late will be graded lower (Please refer to the Student Handbook on Assessments - Late Submissions & Penalties). Assignments returned to students for re-working must be re-submitted within 10 days (Please refer to Student Handbook on Assignments Re-submission). Failure to re-submit the previously marked assignment with the re-submitted assignment will mean that results cannot be released for the respective unit.

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Please read, follow and reference both the contents of the unit outline and the grading criteria of the assignment before completing this assignment.

Plagiarism: While research and discussion are an essential part of an assignment, the deliberate copying of someone elses work or unacknowledged copying from printed or electronic sources is NOT permitted. You may be subject to disciplinary procedure if you do this. You should sign this sheet to show that you comply with these regulations. Students Signature: .. Date:.

Students Comments: .... Assessment has been internally verified for use.

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Introduction In the world of globalization, Information system is such where data are collected, classified and put into process interpreting the result thereon in order to provide an integrated series of information for further conveying and analyzing. In a progressively more strong-willed worldwide atmosphere, Information System plays the role as enabler and facilitator, which endows with tactical values to the officialdom and considerable step up to the excellence of administration. As an IT consultant select an organization to analyze for this assignment. Provide a software solution for the selected organization by considering the following areas.

Deliverables The following deliverables are required for submission:

Describe the background of the selected organization in terms of the following key areas; its key products and services, corporate mission and objective and its major business practices.

A comprehensive report including all the answers to the tasks stated in the body of the assignment. Individual oral presentation to demonstrate the software solution by using Power point slides. Presentation must be completed within 10-15 minutes of time. Together with the assignment YOU MUST attach the hard copy of the individual presentation.

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Task One 1.1 Identify and agree a project for a suitable problem (P1.1) 1.2 Structure and quantify a project plan modeled on a recognized information system model, using a chosen systems development life cycle (P1.2) 1.3 Evaluate and select suitable applications software to provide a solution to the problem (P1.3)

Task Two 2.1 Identify clear objectives for the business solution design (P2.1) 2.2 Produce a specification for the business solution including complete user requirements and design specifications (P2.2) 2.3 Review, select and use appropriate testing techniques to validate the project (P2.3)

Task Three 3.1 Develop a fully working Information System solution, using applications software by using complex software tools and techniques. (P3.1) 3.2 Apply all verification and testing required at all levels of the system (P3.2) 3.3 Produce documentation for the entire development process (P3.3)

Task Four

4.1 Deliver the project to a third party using electronic, written and oral formats (P4.1) 4.2 State any problems, difficulties, limitations during the design of the business solution and how these were overcome (P4.2) 4.3 Assess the quality of the product compared to the clients, original requirements (P4.3)
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Grading Criteria

Outcomes P1 .1 P1.2 P1.3

In order to achieve a PASS the learner must: Identify and agree a project for a suitable problem Structure and quantify a project plan modeled on a recognized information system model, using a chosen systems development life cycle Evaluate and select suitable applications software to provide a solution to the problem

P2.1 P2.2 P2.3

Identify clear objectives for the business solution design Produce a specification for the business solution including complete user requirements and design specifications Review, select and use appropriate testing techniques to validate the project

P3.1 P3.2 P3.3

Develop a fully working is solution using applications software apply complex software tools and techniques, such as macros, programming languages Apply all verification and testing required at all levels of the system Produce documentation for the entire development process

P4.1 P4.2 P4.3

Deliver the project to a third party using electronic, written and oral formats State any problems, difficulties, limitations during the design of the business solution and how these were overcome Assess the quality of the product compared to the clients original requirements

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Merit descriptors
In order to achieve a merit the learner must:

Indicative characteristics

Contextualised Evidence
To achieve the grade you will need to: An effective approach is taken to study and research on the available theories and effective judgments have been used in evaluating the real world situations. (Task 1 to Task 4)

The learners evidence shows:

M 1. Identify and apply

strategies to find appropriate solutions

1. Effective judgments have been made 2. Complex problems with more than one variable have been explored 3. An effective approach to study and research has been applied

M 2. Select/design and apply

appropriate methods/techniques

M 3. Present and
communicate appropriate findings

1. Relevant theories and techniques have been applied 2. A range of methods and techniques have been applied 3. A range of sources of information has been used 4. The selection of methods and techniques/sources has been justified 5. The design of methods/techniques has been justified 6. Complex information/data has been synthesised and processed 7. Appropriate learning methods/techniques have been applied 1. The appropriate structure and approach has been used 2. Coherent, logical development of principles/concepts for the intended audience 3. A range of methods of presentation have been used and technical language has been accurately used 4. Communication has taken place in familiar and unfamiliar contexts 5. The communication is appropriate for familiar and unfamiliar audiences and appropriate media have been used

The selection of methods is justified and a range of sources of information is used in selecting the appropriate methods. (Task 1 to Task 4)

The report and write ups are presented in a clear, structured format. Appropriate technical language is used. (Task 1 to Task 4)

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Distinction descriptors

Indicative characteristics

Contextualised Evidence
To achieve the grade you will need to: Validity of the selected method and results are justified with clearly stated criteria (Task 1 to Task 4)

In order to achieve a The learners evidence shows: distinction the learner must:

D 1. Use critical reflection to 1. Conclusions have been arrived at

evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions 2. 3. 4.

D 2. Take responsibility for

managing and organizing activities

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3. 4. 5.

through synthesis of ideas and have been justified The validity of results has been evaluated using defined criteria Self-criticism of approach has taken place Realistic improvements have been proposed against defined characteristics for success Autonomy/independence has been demonstrated Substantial activities, projects or investigations have been planned, managed and organised Activities have been managed The unforeseen has been accommodated The importance of interdependence has been recognised and achieved

Evidence of overall quality and proper documentation practices and evidence of reasonable effort given for every task (Task 1 to Task 4)

D 3. Demonstrate

1. convergent/lateral/creativ 2. e thinking 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Ideas have been generated and Innovation and creative thoughts decisions taken have been applied in presenting Self-evaluation has taken place the recommendations. Convergent and lateral thinking have been applied (Task 1 to Task 3) Problems have been solved Innovation and creative thought have been applied Receptiveness to new ideas is evident Effective thinking has taken place in unfamiliar contexts

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Pass Grade A grading matrix to achieve Pass grade Assignment No. P1.1
P1.2 P1.3 P2.1 P2.2 P2.3 P3.1 P3.2 P3.3 P4.1 P4.2 P4.3

Assignment

Merit and Distinction Grades A grading matrix to achieve Merit grade Assignment No M1 Assignment M2 M3 D1 D2 D3 A grading matrix to achieve Distinction grade

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