INFO 316
- Term Project
Objectives:
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To gain familiarity with the features
and functionality of major state-of-the-art microcomputer DBMS/PIM packages
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To be able to use the software and develop
an application
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To know and understand software evaluating
criteria and methodology used in the industry
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To be aware of the major sources of information
on software
Assignment:
Each team will research the assigned
DBMS/PIM software and develop an application using the software to demonstrate
its features and functionality. You will prepare a report and make a presentation
including a demonstration of the software. You will also create an HTML
document briefly describing the software. Each member of the team will
also hand in a peer evaluation of other members of the team.
Deliverables:
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Hard and soft copy of Paper
- Due on the day of the presentation
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Soft copy of HTML document
- Due on the day of the presentation
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Soft copy of PowerPoint presentation
- Due on the day of the presentation
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Peer evaluation
- Due on the day of the presentation
Guidelines:
1. Consult all available sources of
information (trade journals and magazines, web sites, vendors, users, etc.)
2. Cover the following aspects:
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vendor
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hardware requirements
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operating systems
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prices (for various configurations)
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product features (look at what we discussed
in class)
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product ratings (evaluation criteria and
methodology used)
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competition (comparisons)
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views of industry users
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your own experience and views on the product
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summary or conclusion (pluses and minuses
of product, its best
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uses)
3. Format of the report:
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Cover page (Topic, Course#/Section#, Names
of team members)
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Contents page
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Introduction* (approx. 1-page)
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Body** (???)
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Conclusion*** (approx. 1-page)
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Appendices (if necessary)
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Bibliography (all sources including URLs
if any)
* Introduction should briefly outline
what is covered in the paper.
** The body of the report should be
well organized with headings,
sub-headings, etc. and with continuity
in the flow of the
detailed discussion.
*** Conclusion should include a summary
of what you discovered,
your views on the product, any suggestions
or comments regarding
shortcomings and possible improvements
4. Format of Presentation
Length: Approximately 20 minutes
Format: DBMS/PIM software demo and
PowerPoint presentation
The DBMS/PIM software will be available
on the audio visual computer for the presentation (please consult me on
the specific AV computer). PowerPoint will also be available. You should
check out the AV computer at least one day before the day of the presentation
and ensure proper operation of your demo Please have back ups of all your
data files.
5. Web document
A brief description or synopsis (1
to 2 pages long) written in HTML format.
6. Team Peer Evaluation:
In order to ensure equitable sharing
of the work load, each person will evaluate the other members of the team.
An evaluation form will be provided. The evaluations will be treated confidentially.
If evaluations are not turned in, you will lose 10% from your project grade.
7. Important considerations for a good
grade:
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Breadth, depth, accuracy, and currency
of content
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Organization and style of the paper and
presentation
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Demonstration of the software capabilities
8. Key points to remember:
Stick to the deadlines
Make sure you know the date of your
presentation
Participate in all presentations (attend
and ask questions)
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