1.2.7 - Construct suitable representations to illustrate system requirements.

Question 1

What is a system flow chart?

Answer 1

A system flow chart represents a process using different symbols containing information about a sequence of events, linked with arrows to illustrate the flow direction of the process.

Question 2

What is a data flow diagram (DFD)?

Answer 2

A DFD maps out the flow of information for any process or system, using defined symbols like rectangles, circles, and arrows, plus short text inputs to show data inputs, outputs, storage points, and routes between each destination.

Question 3

What is a structure chart?

Answer 3

A structure chart is a diagram representing the organisation of a system, usually showing different parts in hierarchical order.

Question 4

What is a wireframe?

Answer 4

A wireframe is a schematic or blueprint that helps think about the structure of the software being built, resembling the full program but without the assets or content.