Techniques and philosophies of systems analysis are addressed. Include traditional versus structured design methods, computer-based tools for systems analysis, workbenches, design and analysis of database systems, maintenance of existing information systems, human/machine interfaces, and security and control.

Define the systems analyst’s role and responsibilities in a typical organization. Define systems planning, systems analysis, systems design, systems implementation, and systems support. Describe a phased approach to information systems development and describe cross-life cycle activities that overlap the entire life.Define and perform data modeling, process modeling, and network modeling and explain their importance. Course then focuses on tools and techniques that the programmer or the analysts can use to document information systems.