This programme element is dedicated to standard techniques and methods used for analysis of a problem and design of a system. The course employs widely used diagramming techniques and tools for modelling of the functionality and contents of database dependent systems. The course will focus on developing user-friendly, flexible and easily understandable basic system with simple user interfaces. The course also comprises techniques used for planning and implementation of quality assurance, such as review and testing.

The graduate has:
• development based knowledge about the importance of quality criteria for the systems development process and the final system design
• understanding of the importance of experimenting as part of or as supplement to the systems development method

The graduate can:
• apply key techniques and tools specific for this discipline for modelling of IT systems at the level of analysis and design
• apply the techniques and tools of the profession to plan and perform tests and quality control
• apply principles and techniques of relevance to the profession to design user interfaces
• assess quality criteria and select and use an appropriate software architecture
• assess problems with a practical bias drawing on users and use appropriate patterns for the modelling process
• communicate the process and product resulting from the systems development process to relevant stakeholder, including ensuring traceability.

The graduate can:
• manage development focused situations using systems development methods and relevant techniques
• participate in a competent manner in technical and multidisciplinary systems development projects.