Course content

This course will be taught every year, starting in spring 2009. The role of modelling in information systems development, evolution and use. Various perspectives for modelling languages (information, function, object, rule, agent, behaviour, speech act), with examples of languages of different perspectives and a discussion of usage, strengths, and weaknesses. Quality evaluations of models and modelling languages, and techniques (e.g., possible tool support) to achieve various types of quality. Methods related to modelling and quality assurance of models.

Learning outcome

The students shall establish theoretical insights into different languages and techniques for making models of information systems, as well as practical skills in making good models, evaluating the quality of models, and develop, evaluate and select a suitable modelling language based on the context.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, term paper and optional exercises. The course may be taught in English if taken by students without Norwegian language skills.
Portfolio assessment is the basis for the grade in the course. The portfolio includes a final written test (75%) and term paper (25%). The results for the parts are given in %-scores, while the entire portfolio is assigned a letter grade. In case of delayed exam (continuation exam) the final written test may be replaced by an oral test.

Compulsory assignments

• Term Report

Recommended previous knowledge

TDT4175 Information Systems.

Course materials

To be announced at the start of the term.

Credit reductions