Enterprise Applications & Architectures (ISYS90043)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
This core subject introduces the concept of enterprise architecture (EA). The structure of an EA provides the framework by which an organisation can be understood. It introduces the fundamental relationships existing between various components of the EA namely: processes, information, organisational structure and enabling technologies. Consequently, many of the concept domains introduced in this subject are more fully explored in further core and elective subjects.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Integrating business applications across business functions and companies provides large benefits to organisations. This subject has two primary themes. Firstly, it introduces EA concepts and frameworks that serve as artefacts of the business and also the process of creating an EA. Secondly, it looks at the implementation of the EA into the organisation and the impacts on the processes, information, organisational structures and applications employed by to enable the organisation to function. A final discussion covers the benefits, risks and critical success factors.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- Describe and discuss the basic concepts of EA
- Identify, assess and apply conceptual EA frameworks in the organisational context
- Conceptualise a holistic view of an organisation's information, processes, structure and applications
- Apply the concepts of EA in an organisational context
- Recognise the benefits associated with an EA
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have developed the following generic skills:
- Analytical and interpretative skills, in diagnosing organisational issues
- High-level analytical skills, through application of organisational change theory in a practical context
- Problem solving skills using change management models
- Team-work, through working on a group project
- Report-writing skills and
- Presentation skills
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISYS90050 | IT Project and Change Management |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
One group based assignment with 3-5 group members of approximately 3500 words due at the end of week 9, requiring approximately 48-52 hours of work per student. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's) 1, 3, 4 and 5 are addressed in the assignment.
| Week 9 | 35% |
One group based assignment presentation with 3-5 group members of appoximately 15 minutes duration, requiring approximately 13-15 hours of work per student. ILO's 1, 3, 4 and 5 are addressed in the assignment presentation.
| Week 9 | 10% |
Tutorial leadership and participation, including leadership of a discussion on a selected reading topic, requiring approximately 18-22 hours of work per student. ILO's 2 and 3 are addressed in tutorial leadership and discussion.
| During the teaching period | 15% |
One written 2 hour closed book examination. ILO's 1 to 5 are addressed in the examination.
| End of semester | 40% |
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Rod Dilnutt Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours, comprising of one 3 hour lecture per week. Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 27 February 2023 to 28 May 2023 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2023 Census date 31 March 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023 Assessment period ends 23 June 2023 Semester 1 contact information
Rod Dilnutt
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject is delivered in weekly 3-hour seminars with each containing a lecture on theoretical concepts and student presentation and discussion of relevant literature. The subject is supported by the University’s Learning Management System which provides the repository for lecture and reading resources and facilitation of group assignment collaboration.
Outside classes, students will study theory and cases through reading and continuing group research and report writing activities.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Lecture notes and required readings are made available through the University’s Learning Management System and consist of publications and journal articles relevant to the topic under discussion.
CAREERS/INDUSTRY LINKS
The role of an enterprise architect is becoming a core skill for any information systems function within contemporary organisations and offers a career path for the IS professional. This subject is particularly relevant to more general careers in information systems as it builds an understanding of the inter-relationships between the various components of an EA and the value provided to the organisation.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering - Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 10 November 2023