Master the creation of comprehensive software requirements specifications using visual modeling techniques.
Master the creation of comprehensive software requirements specifications using visual modeling techniques.
This course teaches students how to effectively document software requirements through a combination of written specifications and visual diagrams. Coverage includes creating use cases, entity relationship diagrams, data flow diagrams, state machines, and other essential modeling techniques. Students learn to balance storytelling with technical documentation to create clear, comprehensive SRS documents.
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What you'll learn
Create structured SRS documents
Develop use and misuse cases
Design system-level diagrams
Create data flow and state diagrams
Ensure diagram consistency
Combine text and visual documentation
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
3.5 Hours PreRecorded video
5 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides comprehensive coverage of software requirements specification writing and diagrammatic notation. Students learn to create and organize SRS documents using various modeling techniques, from high-level system diagrams to detailed data flow representations. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of clear communication through both text and visual elements.
Beginning to Write an SRS Document
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Beginning Diagramming
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Lower-Level Diagramming
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Tracing Events
Module 4 · 4 Hours to complete
Combining and Confirming Diagram Consistency and Completeness
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Expert in Software Engineering and Assistant Professor at UCCS
Dr. Kristen Walcott-Justice is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). With a strong focus on software engineering, her research interests encompass requirements elicitation, secure software development, and software requirements prioritization. Dr. Walcott-Justice has developed a series of online courses on Coursera that cover essential topics such as "Requirements Elicitation: Artifact and Stakeholder Analysis" and "Requirements Gathering for Secure Software Development," aiming to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate complex software projects effectively.Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Computer Science, and she has published extensively in the field, contributing to advancements in software testing and architecture. Dr. Walcott-Justice is dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for her students through innovative teaching methods and practical applications of theoretical concepts. Her commitment to fostering a deep understanding of software requirements and design principles positions her as a valuable resource for aspiring computer scientists.
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