Systems Analysis Assignment - The Data dictionary
Related learning outcomes from the unit outline:
- Demonstrate evidence of the knowledge set and skill set required by the systems analyst.
- Apply structured techniques to the analysis of current systems and modelling of future systems.
Background: The objective of this tutorial is to provide you with practice in creating the data dictionary. While the tasks can be done individually, there is no reason why you cannot use the expertise within your group to assist you or indeed in checking that your work is correct. In any case, once you have completed this task, your group is able to complete the task in the first assignment where the data dictionary is one of the deliverables.
Task: Prepare elementary and composite data dictionary definitions for the PPA case study.
Summary of tasks:
1. Create composite data dictionary definitions for the invoice and portbill.
2. Create elementary data dictionary definitions for all data items in both of these documents.