Unit 22: Application Development

Assignment Brief
Student Name/ID
Number

Unit Number and Unit 22: Application Development

Title

Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Unit Tutor Binh Do Quoc

Assignment Title Produce a software design document and

research design and development tools for the
creation of a business application

Issue Date 5/9/2023

Submission Date

Submission Format

Format:

● This assignment is group assignment. However, there are some

sections that have to be done individually.

● A presentation specified in Activity 1

● A report specified in Activity 2, 3 and 4

 You must use font Calibri size 12, set number of the pages and use multiple line
spacing at 1.5. Margins must be: left: 1.25 cm; right: 1 cm; top: 1 cm and
bottom: 1 cm.
 You should use in text references and a list of all cited sources at the end of the
essay by applying Harvard referencing style.
 The recommended word limit is 1500-2000 words (+/-10%), excluding the
tables, graphs, diagrams, appendixes and references. You will not be penalized
for exceeding the total word limit.
 The cover page of the report has to be the Assignment front sheet 1 (to be
attached with this assignment brief).

Submission:

● Students are compulsory to submit the assignment in due date and in a way
requested by the Tutor.
● The form of submission will be a soft copy posted on http://cms.btec.edu.vn/.
● Remember to convert the Word file into PDF file before the submission on CMS.
Students are advised to use latex to write the assignment.

Note:
 ● The individual Assignment must be your own work, and not copied by or from
another student or from anywhere.
● If you use ideas, quotes or data (such as diagrams) from books, journals or
other sources, you must reference your sources, using the Harvard style.
Make sure that you understand and follow the guidelines to avoid plagiarism. Failure to
comply this requirement will result in a failed assignment.

Unit Learning Outcomes

LO1 Produce a software design document for a business-related problem

based on requirements
LO2 Research design and development tools and methodologies for the
creation of a business application

Transferable skills and competencies developed

Computing-related cognitive skills

 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts,

principles and theories relating to computing and computer applications
 Use such knowledge and understanding in the modelling and design of
computer-based systems for the purposes of comprehension,
communication, prediction and the understanding of trade-offs
 Recognise and analyse criteria and specifications appropriate to specific
problems, and plan strategies for their solutions
 Analyse the extent to which a computer-based system meets the criteria
defined for its current use and future development
 Deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for the design,
implementation and evaluation of computer-based systems.

Computing-related practical skills

 The ability to evaluate systems in terms of quality attributes and

possible trade-offs presented within the given problem
 The ability to plan and manage projects to deliver computing systems
within constraints of requirements, timescale and budget
 The ability to recognise any risks and safety aspects that may be
involved in the deployment of computing systems within a given context
 The ability to deploy effectively the tools used for the construction and
documentation of computer applications, with particular emphasis on
understanding the whole process involved in the effective deployment of
computers to solve practical problems
 The ability to critically evaluate and analyse complex problems,
including those with incomplete information, and devise appropriate
solutions, within the constraints of a budget.

Generic skills for employability

 Intellectual skills: critical thinking; making a case; numeracy and literacy

 Self-management: self-awareness and reflection; goal setting and action
planning, independence and adaptability; acting on initiative; innovation
 and creativity
 Contextual awareness, e.g. the ability to understand and meet the
needs of individuals, business and the community, and to understand
how workplaces and organisations are governed.

Vocational scenario

The CampusExpense Manager Mobile Application

Overview:
BudgetWise Solutions is a small development team with limited experience in
mobile app development. They have taken on a project to create a mobile
application called "CampusExpense Manager," tailored for university students. The
goal is to develop an easy-to-use app that helps students manage their expenses
effectively while staying within their budgets. The CampusExpense Manager aims
to simplify expense tracking for students, whether they are living on or off-
campus.

Functional Requirements:

1. User Registration and Authentication:

 Users can create accounts with a username and password.
 Authentication should be secure and allow users to log in and access
their expense data.
2. Expense Tracking:
 Users can add, edit, and categorize expenses (e.g., rent, groceries,
transportation).
 Each expense entry should include a description, date, amount, and
category.
3. Budget Setting:
 Users can set monthly budgets for various expense categories (e.g.,
food, entertainment, education).
 The app should allow users to adjust budget amounts as needed.
4. Expense Overview:
 The app should provide a summary of monthly expenses, including total
spending, remaining budget, and a breakdown by category.
 Users can view expense trends over time.
5. Recurring Expenses:
 Users can add recurring expenses (e.g., monthly rent) with start and end
dates.
 The app should automatically add these expenses to the user's monthly
budget.
6. Expense Reports:
 Users can generate detailed expense reports for specific time periods
(e.g., monthly, annually).
 Reports should include a breakdown of expenses by category.
7. Expense Notifications:
  The app should send reminders or notifications when users approach or
exceed their budget limits for specific categories.

Non-Functional Requirements:

1. Performance:
 The app should provide a smooth and responsive user experience, even
with a large amount of expense data.
2. User-Friendly Interface:
 The user interface should be intuitive, with clear labels and easy
navigation for effortless expense tracking.
3. Platform Compatibility:
 The app should be developed for both Android and iOS platforms to
reach a wider user base.
4. Data Security:
 User data, including expenses and budget information, should be
securely stored and protected with encryption.
 Data privacy practices should be followed to ensure user information is
kept confidential.
5. Feedback and Support:
 Include a feedback form within the app for users to report issues or
provide suggestions.
 BudgetWise Solutions should actively monitor user feedback and
address issues promptly.
6. Monetization (Optional):
 Monetization features, such as in-app ads or premium features, can be
explored in future updates.
 Initial development should prioritize core expense management
functionality.

BudgetWise Solutions is dedicated to developing the CampusExpense Manager
app to help university students effectively manage their finances. By simplifying
expense tracking and budgeting, the app aims to empower students to make
informed financial decisions and maintain financial stability during their academic
journey.

Stakeholders:

 Students: The primary users of the CampusExpense Manager app,

university students, will rely on the application to track their expenses, set
budgets, and gain insights into their financial habits.
 BudgetWise Solutions Team: The development team is responsible for
designing, coding, testing, and maintaining the CampusExpense Manager
app.
 University Administrators: University administrators may have an
interest in promoting the use of financial management tools among
students to encourage responsible financial behavior.

Project Constraints:
 1. Development Timeline: Due to the limited experience of the development
team, the project has a strict timeline of 12 weeks from concept to launch.
This constraint is essential to ensure that the project stays on track and
within the scope.
2. Budget: The project has a limited budget allocated for development and
marketing. Cost-effective solutions and resource management are crucial to
stay within budget.
3. Resource Availability: The development team consists of junior
developers with a moderate level of expertise. Training and skill
development will be necessary during the project.
4. Data Privacy Compliance: The app must adhere to data privacy
regulations, ensuring the security and privacy of user data. This
requirement may impact the project's development and compliance costs.
5. Offline Capability: A fundamental constraint is that the CampusExpense
Manager app must function effectively without an internet connection to
cater to students in areas with limited connectivity.
6. Platform Compatibility: The app should be developed for both Android
and iOS platforms, which may require additional development effort and
testing.
7. Monetization Strategy: While monetization is optional, if pursued, it must
be implemented in a way that does not compromise the user experience or
privacy.

Assignment activity and guidance

Activity 1

Produce a presentation that explores how the needs of BudgetWise

Solutions, through the development of a mobile application.

Your presentation should include the following.

 Produce a well-defined problem statement that outlines the user and

system requirements that must be met (Approximately 25 slides)
o Identify stakeholders and what they want in this scenario.
o Provide information about the difficulties that BudgetWise
Solutions might encounter when it starts the project
o Highlighting and describing the issues that need to be addressed
in the given scenario.
o Consider possible business application solutions which address
problem. For example, a desktop app or a mobile application.

 Preview areas of risk pertaining to this software project, and explore

strategies for managing these risks. (Approximately 5 slides)
Activity 2

 Have research on software development tools and techniques would be

suitable to implement the solution (Approximately 400 words)
o Discovering SDLC models with their strengths and weaknesses
could be applicable to developing the "CampusExpense Manager"
app.
o Identifying development tools for executing the project, such as
Android Studio, Microsoft Project, etc.
o Justifying development tools and development methodology
selected

Activity 3

Analyze the business problem to proposed solution including relevant

details on requirements, system analysis, system design, coding, testing
and implementation (Approximately 400 words not including diagrams).

o Utilizing OOAD approach to produce a software design document for

the given scenario including some UML diagrams, such as use case
diagrams, class diagrams, etc.
o Create a test plan for the "CampusExpense Manager".

The following part each team member must be done individually

With the previous design as a team member, debate why this design will
work well for the project "CampusExpense Manager".

Activity 4

The following part each team member must be done individually

Evaluate your team's solution by comparing it with other solutions. The

evaluation might include (the list is not definitive - Approximately 400
words) :

o The selected SDLC model versus other SDLC models

o The selected tools versus other development tools
o ..

Recommended Resources
Please note that the resources listed are examples for you to use as a
starting point in your research – the list is not definitive.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Pass Merit Distinction

LO1 Produce a software design document for a
business-related problem based on requirements

P1 Produce a well- M1 Analyse a business- LO1 and LO2

defined problem related problem using D1 Evaluate the solution to
definition statement, appropriate methods to a business-related problem
supported by a set of produce a well- and the preferred software
user and system structured software development methodology
requirements for a design document. by comparing the various
business problem. software development tools
P2 Review areas of and techniques researched.
risk related to the
successful
development of a
proposed application.

LO2 Research design and development tools and

methodologies for the creation of a business
application

P3 Research the use of M2 Justify the software

software development development tools and
tools and techniques development
for the development of methodology selected.
a proposed application.