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What is the primary focus of software engineering?
What is the primary focus of software engineering?
- Marketing software products effectively
- Creating user interfaces for applications
- Theories, methods, and tools for professional software development (correct)
- Designing hardware systems
Which of the following statements accurately describes software costs?
Which of the following statements accurately describes software costs?
- Development costs are typically higher than maintenance costs.
- Software costs are usually lower than hardware costs.
- Maintenance costs are generally fixed regardless of software complexity.
- Software costs dominate computer system costs. (correct)
What is a significant factor contributing to software project failures?
What is a significant factor contributing to software project failures?
- Failure to use software engineering methods (correct)
- Inadequate user training
- The use of outdated programming languages
- Overestimation of software capabilities
How does the expenditure on software correlate with GNP in developed nations?
How does the expenditure on software correlate with GNP in developed nations?
Which of the following is true about professional software development?
Which of the following is true about professional software development?
What trend is common in modern software systems development?
What trend is common in modern software systems development?
What does the term 'software' refer to in the context of software engineering?
What does the term 'software' refer to in the context of software engineering?
Which of the following statements best describes software engineering ethics?
Which of the following statements best describes software engineering ethics?
What do engineers need to be aware of regarding intellectual property rights?
What do engineers need to be aware of regarding intellectual property rights?
What constitutes computer misuse according to ethical guidelines?
What constitutes computer misuse according to ethical guidelines?
Who is bound by the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
Who is bound by the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
Why is a code of ethics particularly important for software engineers?
Why is a code of ethics particularly important for software engineers?
What are the eight principles in the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics intended to address?
What are the eight principles in the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics intended to address?
What is the primary reason for developing a code of ethics in software engineering?
What is the primary reason for developing a code of ethics in software engineering?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of software engineers regarding intellectual property?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of software engineers regarding intellectual property?
What kind of misuse ranges from trivial to serious in computer use?
What kind of misuse ranges from trivial to serious in computer use?
What is the primary purpose of the Mentcare information system?
What is the primary purpose of the Mentcare information system?
How does Mentcare ensure patient information is accessed in areas without secure network connectivity?
How does Mentcare ensure patient information is accessed in areas without secure network connectivity?
Which feature of Mentcare supports patient monitoring?
Which feature of Mentcare supports patient monitoring?
What critical aspect of patient data management does Mentcare emphasize?
What critical aspect of patient data management does Mentcare emphasize?
What type of reports does Mentcare generate for administrative purposes?
What type of reports does Mentcare generate for administrative purposes?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Mentcare system?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Mentcare system?
In what scenario does Mentcare allow for the use of local patient record copies?
In what scenario does Mentcare allow for the use of local patient record copies?
What safety concern does Mentcare aim to address?
What safety concern does Mentcare aim to address?
What is a primary characteristic of a service-oriented system in iLearn?
What is a primary characteristic of a service-oriented system in iLearn?
Which type of services provides application-independent functionality in iLearn?
Which type of services provides application-independent functionality in iLearn?
What is the role of configuration services in iLearn?
What is the role of configuration services in iLearn?
How are integrated services in iLearn designed to operate?
How are integrated services in iLearn designed to operate?
Which of the following is an example of application services in iLearn?
Which of the following is an example of application services in iLearn?
What distinguishes independent services from integrated services in iLearn?
What distinguishes independent services from integrated services in iLearn?
Why might a digital learning environment like iLearn be configured for very young children?
Why might a digital learning environment like iLearn be configured for very young children?
What is the benefit of having a set of applications tailored to learners in iLearn?
What is the benefit of having a set of applications tailored to learners in iLearn?
Which of the following is NOT considered an attribute of good software?
Which of the following is NOT considered an attribute of good software?
What is the primary focus of software engineering as opposed to computer science?
What is the primary focus of software engineering as opposed to computer science?
What percentage of software costs typically go towards testing?
What percentage of software costs typically go towards testing?
Which of the following activities is NOT part of the fundamental software engineering activities?
Which of the following activities is NOT part of the fundamental software engineering activities?
What challenge is NOT mentioned as a key challenge facing software engineering?
What challenge is NOT mentioned as a key challenge facing software engineering?
How does system engineering differ from software engineering?
How does system engineering differ from software engineering?
In software development, what typically exceeds development costs for custom software?
In software development, what typically exceeds development costs for custom software?
What is the role of software engineering techniques in projects?
What is the role of software engineering techniques in projects?
Which type of system is designed to process data in large batches?
Which type of system is designed to process data in large batches?
What is the primary purpose of entertainment systems?
What is the primary purpose of entertainment systems?
What defines systems of systems?
What defines systems of systems?
Which principle is important for all types of software systems?
Which principle is important for all types of software systems?
Why is cloud computing significant in software development?
Why is cloud computing significant in software development?
Which application type includes systems that model physical processes?
Which application type includes systems that model physical processes?
What does the term 'web services' refer to?
What does the term 'web services' refer to?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended approach for software systems development?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended approach for software systems development?
What is the primary purpose of software validation?
What is the primary purpose of software validation?
Which issue emphasizes the need for software to function across various devices?
Which issue emphasizes the need for software to function across various devices?
What type of application is designed to run independently on a local computer?
What type of application is designed to run independently on a local computer?
Which factor is crucial for developing software that adapts quickly to changing markets?
Which factor is crucial for developing software that adapts quickly to changing markets?
What is a common example of an interactive transaction-based application?
What is a common example of an interactive transaction-based application?
Which aspect of software development addresses the need for creating systems that can be trusted?
Which aspect of software development addresses the need for creating systems that can be trusted?
What determines the software engineering methods and tools that will be used?
What determines the software engineering methods and tools that will be used?
What is the main challenge posed by scale in software development?
What is the main challenge posed by scale in software development?
Which type of system is designed to process large amounts of data in batches?
Which type of system is designed to process large amounts of data in batches?
What is a key characteristic of systems for modeling and simulation?
What is a key characteristic of systems for modeling and simulation?
What principle is critical for developing all types of software systems?
What principle is critical for developing all types of software systems?
What is the role of web services in modern software systems?
What is the role of web services in modern software systems?
In the context of software engineering, what does 'cloud computing' refer to?
In the context of software engineering, what does 'cloud computing' refer to?
What does 'reuse of software' emphasize in software engineering?
What does 'reuse of software' emphasize in software engineering?
Which of the following is NOT an application type mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT an application type mentioned?
Which aspect is crucial for all types of systems according to software engineering principles?
Which aspect is crucial for all types of systems according to software engineering principles?
What is a key responsibility of software engineers concerning intellectual property rights?
What is a key responsibility of software engineers concerning intellectual property rights?
Which approach is favored for constructing web-based systems?
Which approach is favored for constructing web-based systems?
Which of the following is considered a serious form of computer misuse?
Which of the following is considered a serious form of computer misuse?
What does the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics primarily deal with?
What does the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics primarily deal with?
What is a key characteristic of web-based systems development?
What is a key characteristic of web-based systems development?
Which technology has emerged to support the creation of rich web interfaces?
Which technology has emerged to support the creation of rich web interfaces?
Why is the role of software engineers significant in modern society?
Why is the role of software engineers significant in modern society?
Which statement is true regarding the commitment of software engineers?
Which statement is true regarding the commitment of software engineers?
What moral obligation do software engineers have beyond technical skills?
What moral obligation do software engineers have beyond technical skills?
Who is included as a member bound by the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
Who is included as a member bound by the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
What is a common ethical responsibility for engineers regarding client information?
What is a common ethical responsibility for engineers regarding client information?
What should engineers avoid regarding their level of competence?
What should engineers avoid regarding their level of competence?
Which of the following better describes the rationale for having a code of ethics in software engineering?
Which of the following better describes the rationale for having a code of ethics in software engineering?
What commitment do software engineers make by signing the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
What commitment do software engineers make by signing the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
Which principle is not part of the ethical responsibilities of software engineers?
Which principle is not part of the ethical responsibilities of software engineers?
What describes service-oriented systems in software engineering?
What describes service-oriented systems in software engineering?
What is the primary function of the weather information system in the wilderness weather stations?
What is the primary function of the weather information system in the wilderness weather stations?
Which instruments are included in the weather stations for monitoring the environment?
Which instruments are included in the weather stations for monitoring the environment?
What system is responsible for monitoring the health of the wilderness weather stations?
What system is responsible for monitoring the health of the wilderness weather stations?
How does the software manage power for the weather stations?
How does the software manage power for the weather stations?
What is a key feature of a digital learning environment?
What is a key feature of a digital learning environment?
Which of the following is an additional functionality of the software controlling the weather stations?
Which of the following is an additional functionality of the software controlling the weather stations?
What does a service-oriented system allow for in terms of updates?
What does a service-oriented system allow for in terms of updates?
What is the purpose of the data management and archiving system in relation to the weather stations?
What is the purpose of the data management and archiving system in relation to the weather stations?
Which type of service adapts to a specific set of application services?
Which type of service adapts to a specific set of application services?
What happens when the software detects a fault in the weather station instruments?
What happens when the software detects a fault in the weather station instruments?
What type of data is primarily collected by the wilderness weather stations?
What type of data is primarily collected by the wilderness weather stations?
What defines integrated services in a learning environment?
What defines integrated services in a learning environment?
How do independent services share information with other services?
How do independent services share information with other services?
What is a common application service in a digital learning environment?
What is a common application service in a digital learning environment?
What is the primary role of utility services in a digital learning platform?
What is the primary role of utility services in a digital learning platform?
What is a critical aspect when designing versions of the learning environment?
What is a critical aspect when designing versions of the learning environment?
Flashcards
Software Engineering
Software Engineering
The application of theories, methods, and tools to the professional development of software.
Software Costs
Software Costs
Often significantly higher than hardware costs; maintenance costs can exceed development costs.
Software Project Failure Cause
Software Project Failure Cause
Increasing complexity of systems and a lack of structured development methods.
Software
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Software Engineering Ethics
Software Engineering Ethics
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System Complexity
System Complexity
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Software Development Methods
Software Development Methods
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Professional Software Development
Professional Software Development
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Software Development Types
Software Development Types
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Good Software Attributes
Good Software Attributes
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Fundamental Software Engineering Activities
Fundamental Software Engineering Activities
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Software Engineering vs. Computer Science
Software Engineering vs. Computer Science
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Software Engineering vs. System Engineering
Software Engineering vs. System Engineering
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Key Software Engineering Challenges
Key Software Engineering Challenges
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Software Engineering Costs
Software Engineering Costs
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Batch Processing Systems
Batch Processing Systems
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Entertainment Systems
Entertainment Systems
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Modeling & Simulation Systems
Modeling & Simulation Systems
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Data Collection Systems
Data Collection Systems
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Systems of Systems
Systems of Systems
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Software Development Process
Software Development Process
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Software Dependability
Software Dependability
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Software Requirements
Software Requirements
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Mentcare
Mentcare
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Mentcare's Central Database
Mentcare's Central Database
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Mentcare's Local Copies
Mentcare's Local Copies
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Mentcare's Management Information
Mentcare's Management Information
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Mentcare's Medical Staff Support
Mentcare's Medical Staff Support
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Mentcare's Individual Care Management
Mentcare's Individual Care Management
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Mentcare's Patient Monitoring
Mentcare's Patient Monitoring
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Mentcare's Administrative Reporting
Mentcare's Administrative Reporting
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Intellectual Property Rights
Intellectual Property Rights
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Computer Misuse
Computer Misuse
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ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics
ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics
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The Code's Purpose
The Code's Purpose
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Software's Impact
Software's Impact
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Software Engineers' Responsibility
Software Engineers' Responsibility
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Why is a code of ethics important?
Why is a code of ethics important?
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What are the 8 Principles of the Code of Ethics?
What are the 8 Principles of the Code of Ethics?
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Digital Learning Environment
Digital Learning Environment
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iLearn's Service-Oriented Architecture
iLearn's Service-Oriented Architecture
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What are Utility Services?
What are Utility Services?
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What are Application Services?
What are Application Services?
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Configuration Services role?
Configuration Services role?
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Integrated Services in iLearn
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Independent Services in iLearn
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Software Validation
Software Validation
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Software Evolution
Software Evolution
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Heterogeneity in Software
Heterogeneity in Software
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Software Security and Trust
Software Security and Trust
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Software Scale
Software Scale
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Stand-alone Applications
Stand-alone Applications
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Interactive Transaction-based Applications
Interactive Transaction-based Applications
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Embedded Control Systems
Embedded Control Systems
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Web-based Software Engineering
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Software Reuse
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Incremental Development
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Service-Oriented Systems
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Rich Interfaces
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Confidentiality in Software Engineering
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Competence in Software Engineering
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Code of Ethics Rationale
Code of Ethics Rationale
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Impact of Software
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Code of Ethics Principles
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iLearn
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Utility Services
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Application Services
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Configuration Services
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Integrated Services
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Independent Services
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API
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Weather station system
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Data management system
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Station maintenance system
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Dynamic reconfiguration
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System power management
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What does the weather station system monitor besides weather?
What does the weather station system monitor besides weather?
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Why is availability crucial for the weather station system?
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What does the weather station system measure?
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Study Notes
Chapter 1 - Introduction
- Software engineering is a discipline concerned with all aspects of software production, from initial specification to ongoing maintenance.
- Economies of developed nations are dependent on software.
- Increasing reliance on software-controlled systems.
- Expenditure on software is a substantial portion of GNP in developed countries.
- Software costs often surpass hardware costs, especially in maintenance.
- Maintaining software with a long life is often more costly than the initial development.
- Software engineering methods and techniques help to build complex and demanding systems more quickly.
- Failure to apply software engineering methods often results in costly and unreliable software.
- Various types of software products exist, including generic (marketed to the public) and customized (developed for specific clients).
- Key attributes of good software include maintainability, dependability (reliability, security, safety), efficiency, and acceptability.
- Software products, by nature, require a specific set of specifications.
- Fundamental principles of software engineering involve using well-managed development practices.
- Software processes involved include specification, development, validation, and evolution.
- Crucial factors impacting software development and/or design include heterogeneity (diverse systems), business/social changes, security and trust, scale (wide range of applicability), and software engineering diversity.
- Diverse application types exist, including stand-alone, interactive transaction-based, embedded control systems, batch processing systems, entertainment systems, systems for modeling and simulation, data collection systems, and systems of systems.
- Professional software engineers are bound by wider ethical responsibilities than just technical skills, encompassing integrity and independence in judgment.
- Professional responsibility encompasses ethical behaviour beyond legal considerations.
- Professional responsibility includes confidentiality, competence, intellectual property rights, and preventing misuse.
- The ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics provides guidance for software engineers.
- Several case studies are presented, illustrating various aspects of software systems (e.g. insulin pump, mental health management system, weather station, and iLearn).
- Important factors in iLearn, a digital learning environment, include its service-oriented architecture, providing flexibility and allowing additions of services over time, alongside configurability, allowing for different groups of users.
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