IS 524 Advanced Information Systems Analysis & Design

This course provides advanced concepts and techniques of information systems analysis and design. It provides coverage of advanced Unified Modelling Language (UML) notations used for structural and behavioral modeling. Topics in this course include also: modern information systems methodologies, process of communication, advanced design patterns, trends in systems design and systems architecture including service-oriented architecture, design strategies for large systems and cross-platform design. Other advanced topics are: analysis and design of complex information systems, systems thinking and modeling and Soft Systems Methodology.