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Software Design as an Element of the Software Development Lifecycle

University of Colorado System

This course delves into the critical role of design in the software development lifecycle (SDLC). It examines the implications of design in different SDLCs, emphasizing its ubiquitous presence regardless of the lifecycle type. Through insightful modules, learners gain a comprehensive understanding of how design is interwoven into the fabric of software development.

  1. Introduction to Software Design, highlighting the thoughtful process behind design.
  2. Understanding How Design Fits into the Flow of Software Development, exploring its integration into SDLCs.
  3. Design in the Context of Different SDLCs, emphasizing its role in diverse lifecycle models.
  4. Exploring How High-Level Design (or Architecture) Handles Security Problems, focusing on security within the design phase.
  5. Comprehensive final exam to evaluate learners' understanding of the course material.

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Software Design as an Element of the Software Development Lifecycle
Course Modules

This course comprises modules that cover the thoughtful process of design, its integration into SDLCs, its role in diverse lifecycle models, and its handling of security problems. The final module consists of a comprehensive exam.

Design, is a Thoughtful Process

Introduction to Software Design provides insights into the thoughtful process behind design, emphasizing its importance in the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

How Design fits into the flow of software development

Understanding How Design Fits into the Flow of Software Development explores the integration of design into various SDLCs, providing a comprehensive understanding of its role in software development.

Design in the Context of Different SDLC's

Design in the Context of Different SDLCs delves into the varying roles of design in diverse lifecycle models, offering a nuanced understanding of its implications across different SDLCs.

How High-Level Design (or Architecture) handles Security Problems

Exploring How High-Level Design (or Architecture) Handles Security Problems focuses on the role of design in addressing security issues, emphasizing the importance of secure software design in the architecture phase.

Final Exam

The final exam assesses learners' understanding of the course material, providing a comprehensive evaluation of their knowledge and insights gained throughout the course.

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