3.9+Syllabus+Content

** 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