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What is the primary focus of requirement engineering (RE)?
What is the primary focus of requirement engineering (RE)?
Scope creep is a term used to describe the natural progression of a project without any changes.
Scope creep is a term used to describe the natural progression of a project without any changes.
False
What serious issue arose from the CareFusion Alaris Pump?
What serious issue arose from the CareFusion Alaris Pump?
Pump overdose when not needed
The cost of bad requirements can be seen in project failures, with estimates reaching _____ billion GBP.
The cost of bad requirements can be seen in project failures, with estimates reaching _____ billion GBP.
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Match the issues with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the issues with their corresponding descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT considered a type of requirement?
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of requirement?
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Requirement engineering serves no real purpose in software development.
Requirement engineering serves no real purpose in software development.
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Name one major example of failure due to poor requirements mentioned in the content.
Name one major example of failure due to poor requirements mentioned in the content.
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What is a functional requirement?
What is a functional requirement?
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Non-functional requirements focus on what the system can do.
Non-functional requirements focus on what the system can do.
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What are two main types of requirements mentioned?
What are two main types of requirements mentioned?
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Requirements are descriptions of how the system should __________.
Requirements are descriptions of how the system should __________.
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Match the types of requirements with their descriptions:
Match the types of requirements with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a focus of requirements engineering?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of requirements engineering?
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Stakeholder requirements are the same as functional requirements.
Stakeholder requirements are the same as functional requirements.
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What is the importance of requirements engineering?
What is the importance of requirements engineering?
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Which of the following are examples of non-functional requirements (NFR)?
Which of the following are examples of non-functional requirements (NFR)?
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An NFR can lead to the development of a functional requirement.
An NFR can lead to the development of a functional requirement.
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What is the first phase of the requirements engineering process?
What is the first phase of the requirements engineering process?
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The maximum downtime allowed for the patient management system during normal working hours is ______ seconds.
The maximum downtime allowed for the patient management system during normal working hours is ______ seconds.
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Match the following types of requirements with their descriptions:
Match the following types of requirements with their descriptions:
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Which activity is part of the Inception phase of the requirements engineering process?
Which activity is part of the Inception phase of the requirements engineering process?
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Effective communication is less important during the Inception phase of requirements engineering.
Effective communication is less important during the Inception phase of requirements engineering.
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Name one factor that defines a non-functional requirement?
Name one factor that defines a non-functional requirement?
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What is the main goal of the negotiation phase in the requirements engineering process?
What is the main goal of the negotiation phase in the requirements engineering process?
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The verification process ensures that the product is built according to the specified standards.
The verification process ensures that the product is built according to the specified standards.
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What phase comes after the elaboration phase in the requirements engineering process?
What phase comes after the elaboration phase in the requirements engineering process?
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The fifth phase of the requirements engineering process involves creating a written __________ specification.
The fifth phase of the requirements engineering process involves creating a written __________ specification.
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Match the following activities with their respective phases in the requirements engineering process:
Match the following activities with their respective phases in the requirements engineering process:
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Which of the following is NOT a common problem encountered during the requirements gathering phase?
Which of the following is NOT a common problem encountered during the requirements gathering phase?
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Prototyping is part of the elaboration phase of the requirements engineering process.
Prototyping is part of the elaboration phase of the requirements engineering process.
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What are the two main aspects measured in the verification and validation phase?
What are the two main aspects measured in the verification and validation phase?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Software engineering is a discipline of using engineering principles to build software.
- Requirement Engineering (RE) focuses on defining and specifying the needs and constraints of a software system.
- Bad requirements result in costly consequences: Projects fail to meet user needs, are delivered late, and may even violate regulatory requirements.
What is RE?
- RE is the critical process of discovering, analyzing, and documenting what a system should do.
- It involves understanding the needs of stakeholders (users, clients, developers) and translating them into precise technical specifications.
Importance of RE
- Investing in RE can save significant resources and avoid costly rework.
- RE improves communication between stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of project goals.
Types of Requirements
- Functional Requirements (FR): Define what the system should be able to do, including specific features and functionalities.
- Non-Functional Requirements (NFR): Specify how the system should perform and operate, including aspects like performance, security, reliability, and usability.
System Requirements
- These requirements define the system as a whole, encompassing both functional and non-functional aspects.
User Requirements
- These requirements represent the users' perspectives and needs.
Non-Functional Requirements (NFR)
- NFRs are important as they define the quality and overall experience of a system.
- Common examples of NFRs include security, reliability, usability, performance, and maintainability.
- NFRs can influence the development of FRs by shaping design choices and implementation decisions.
Product Requirements
- Product Requirements describe the specific characteristics of the system that are essential to its value proposition.
Organizational Requirements
- Organizational Requirements reflect the constraints and policies of the organization using the system.
External Requirements
- External Requirements are imposed by external factors like industry regulations or legal standards.
RE Activities
- RE involves several key activities that form a structured process to gather, analyze, and document requirements.
Inception
- The initial phase focused on understanding the business context, exploring the problem, and developing a preliminary solution.
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Key tasks:
- Defining the scope of the project
- Conducting feasibility studies
- Gathering initial information from stakeholders
- Understanding the market and competitive landscape
Elicitation
- This phase involves actively gathering detailed requirements from stakeholders.
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Key tasks:
- Identifying user needs and constraints
- Conducting interviews, workshops, and observation sessions
- Analyzing existing systems and documentation
- Identifying potential conflicts and ambiguities
Elaboration
- This phase involves refining and expanding the requirements gathered in the previous stages.
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Key tasks:
- Modeling the system using diagrams and specifications
- Creating prototypes to demonstrate features and functionalities
- Analyzing and resolving ambiguities
Negotiation
- This phase involves resolving conflicts and prioritizing requirements based on feasibility, value, and risk.
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Key tasks:
- Discussing trade-offs and making compromises
- Prioritizing requirements based on importance and urgency
- Identifying and addressing any potential risks
Specifications
- This phase involves documenting the requirements in a clear and concise manner, typically using a Software Requirements Specification (SRS) document.
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Key tasks:
- Writing the SRS document, including detailed descriptions of functionalities, features, constraints, and other relevant information
- Using various modeling techniques like UML diagrams and data models
- Ensuring consistency and completeness in the specifications
Verification and Validation
- This phase focuses on ensuring that the documented requirements are correct and complete.
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Key tasks:
- Performing technical reviews and inspections
- Checking for completeness, consistency, and accuracy
- Validating the requirements with stakeholders through reviews and prototypes
Requirement Management
- It focuses on managing, tracking, and controlling requirements throughout the system's lifecycle.
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Key tasks:
- Identifying, analyzing, and documenting requirements
- Tracking changes to requirements and communicating those changes to stakeholders
- Ensuring that requirements are aligned with the overall project goals
- Implementing effective change management practices
- Creating a system for traceability, linking from requirements to design, implementation, and tests
- Using tools for requirements management
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of Requirement Engineering, focusing on the process of discovering, analyzing, and documenting system requirements. Understand the importance of accurately defining functional and non-functional requirements to ensure successful software project outcomes.
