3.9 Introduction to project management
Introduction
All IT development requires a management method. Knowledge and understanding of the product development life cycle (PDLC) should be used as a framework to develop an IT solution for the internal assessment. It is recommended that this topic is covered before students start work on the project.
IT concepts to address in this topic
Theoretical fundamentals
- Client, end-user, developer
- Data collection techniques for content and product design, citing of sources
- Role of testing and processes used
- Technical and end-user documentation (manuals)
- End-user training
The product development life cycle (PDLC)
- Investigation of existing system(s)
- Feasibility study
- Requirements specification
- Project schedule
- Product design
- Product development and technical documentation
- Client and end-user evaluation
Practical techniques
- Appropriate design techniques
- Data capture
- Product testing and debugging