ICT201

System Modeling in Object-Oriented Design and Analysis

Course ID
ICT201
Level
Professional Diploma

Course Description

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of object-oriented analysis and design (OOAD) for developing complex software systems. The course covers key concepts such as object-oriented modeling, class diagrams, use cases, sequence diagrams, and design patterns. Students will learn how to model real-world systems using Unified Modeling Language (UML) and apply object-oriented principles such as inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism to design scalable and maintainable software solutions. The course emphasizes the importance of system modeling in improving software quality and aligning designs with user requirements.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Understanding Object-Oriented Design Principles: Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of object-oriented design, including encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism, and how these principles are applied in system modeling.
  • Using UML for System Modeling: Learn how to create and interpret UML diagrams such as class diagrams, use case diagrams, sequence diagrams, and activity diagrams to represent and communicate system structure and behavior.
  • Developing Use Cases and Design Patterns: Gain proficiency in developing use cases to capture user requirements and applying common design patterns (such as Singleton, Factory, and Observer) to solve recurring design problems in software development.
  • Applying Object-Oriented Analysis and Design to Real-World Systems: Develop practical skills in applying object-oriented analysis and design to real-world problems, ensuring that software systems are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with user needs and business goals.

These outcomes aim to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to model and design complex software systems using object-oriented techniques. The course prepares students for careers in software engineering, system analysis, and IT project management by providing a strong foundation in system modeling, design patterns, and UML.