http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/modules/tm353
<div><p>You'll have access to a module website, which includes:</p><ul><li>a week-by-week study planner</li><li>course-specific module materials</li><li>audio and video content</li><li>assessment details and submission section</li><li>online tutorial access</li><li>access to student and tutor group forums.</li></ul><p>You'll also be provided with three printed module books, each covering one block of study.</p></div>
The Open University is the worlds leading provider of flexible, high quality distance learning.
Unlike other universities we are not campus based. You will study in a flexible way that works for you whether youre at home, at work or on the move.As an OU student you'll be supported throughout your studies your tutor or study adviser will guide and advise you, offer detailed feedback on your assignments, and help with any study issues.
Tuition might be in face-to-face groups, via online tutorials, or by phone.
IT systems are a critical part of our world, yet they frequently fail, often spectacularly. This module teaches skills to enable you to contribute towards successful IT systems.
TM353
IT systems: planning for success
<div><p>IT systems are a critical part of our world, in business, public sector and voluntary sector environments, and are often highly complex and interconnected combinations of technology, organisations and people. Yet they frequently fail, often spectacularly. This module teaches the skills to enable you to contribute towards successful IT systems. It draws on techniques from systems theory, software engineering and management to: understand the nature of success and failure, design IT systems to enable success, and ensure that IT systems are robust in the face of future changes. You will also learn skills in project management and will cover legal, social, ethical and professional issues.</p></div>
http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/modules/tm353
TM353