Software Engineering Course Overview 2024-2025

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What is one of the key characteristics of the Waterfall model?

Continuous stakeholder involvement

Clear and distinct phases (correct)

Rapid iteration during development

Flexibility for change requests

Which of the following is a con of the Waterfall model?

Properly documented

Clear milestones

Late defect detection (correct)

Easy to understand

In the V-Shaped model, what is emphasized as a critical aspect?

User feedback

Thorough testing (correct)

Rapid prototyping

Concurrent development

Which of the following statements about the Spiral model is true?

It includes risk analysis as part of its phases. Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of the V-Shaped model?

Lack of iteration Signup and view all the answers

Which SDLC model is best suited for projects requiring flexibility and frequent updates?

Agile Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant risk when using the Waterfall model as per the content?

Poorly defined requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the Waterfall SDLC model?

Is linear and proceeds in a sequential manner. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus during the Design phase of the Software Development Lifecycle?

Identifying the software architecture and detailing requirements Signup and view all the answers

Which deliverable is specifically associated with the Planning phase?

Software Requirements Specifications (SRS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the Testing phase in the Software Development Lifecycle?

Performing automation and manual testing to identify bugs Signup and view all the answers

Which environments are typically established for Deployment?

Development (Dev), Preproduction (Preprod) and Production (Prod) Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential activity carried out during the Maintain phase?

Providing ongoing support after the software goes live Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)?

To minimize project risks through forward planning Signup and view all the answers

In which phase of the SDLC would you conduct structural tests?

Test Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes software engineering?

A mindset/process involving engineering principles Signup and view all the answers

What is involved in the 'Plan' phase of the SDLC?

Defining the project scope and requirements Signup and view all the answers

Which option correctly identifies a type of requirements in software documentation?

User stories Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'Deploy' phase in the SDLC?

Delivering the final software product to users Signup and view all the answers

What would you find in Class 4 on Requirements documentation?

User stories and use cases Signup and view all the answers

Which option does not belong to the phases of the SDLC?

Debug Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

Course Title: Software Engineering
Class Year: 2024-2025

Expectations

Students are asked to explain their reason for enrolling in the course.
Students are also asked to express their expectations for the course.

Dates and corresponding class topics are listed.

What is Software Engineering?

Software engineering is a branch of computer science focused on the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
Engineers apply engineering principles and programming languages to create software solutions for users.

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

SDLC is a cost-effective and time-efficient process for software design and development by teams.
The goal is to minimize project risks and ensure the software meets customer expectations during and after production.

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) - Steps

Plan: Establishing project parameters like dimensions, costs, blueprints etc.
Design: Creating blueprints (blue prints), choosing styles (classic, modern) etc
Implement: Construction phase
Test: Structural and plumbing tests, handing over the unit
Deploy: Delivering the unit to users
Maintain: Maintaining the units (elevators, etc.)

SDLC - Keywords

Cost-benefit analysis
Resource allocation
Requirements collection
Best software solutions
Automation (and manual testing) in identifying bugs
Development, Pre-production, and Production environments
On-going support

Deliverables

Plan: Interviews, questionnaires, SRS (Software Requirements Specifications), HLDs, LLDs, and clickable prototypes
Design: Code, workable software
Implement: Test plans, unit tests, testing reports
Test: Development, pre-production and production environments
Deploy: Support model (priorities 1, 2, etc.)
Maintain: Support model (priorities 1, 2, etc.)

SDLC Models

Waterfall: Sequential process (Plan, Design, Implement, Test, Deploy, Maintain)
V-Shaped: Sequential verification and validation model often used in safety-critical applications (Aerospace, Defense)
Agile: (Next class topic)
Spiral: Iterative model (phases—Objectives Defined, Risk Analysis, Engineering, Evaluation, Planning) used for complex projects with uncertainty or high risk.
Other models exist

Waterfall Model - Pros and Cons

Pros:*
Easy to understand
Individual processing
Clearly defined milestones
Properly documented
Cons:*
No feedback paths
Difficult to accommodate change requests
No overlapping of phases
Limited stakeholder involvement
Late defect detection
Lengthy development cycle

Assignment

Electronics company needs inventory management program.
Daily report of sales and quantities.
Use Waterfall model to show development and deliverables for each phase.

V-Shaped Model (Details)

Sequential model (like Waterfall)
Each stage has a corresponding testing stage ensuring quality.
Often used in critical systems (aerospace, defence)

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Description

This quiz explores the fundamentals of Software Engineering, tailored for the 2024-2025 academic year. Students will discuss their motivations for enrolling and outline their expectations for the course. It also covers key concepts such as the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and its importance in software design and development.