Semester 1 2025 (858610) – DUE 2025; 100% correct
solutions and explanations.
Question 1
1.1
A Requirements Catalogue template is provided in your
prescribed textbook. The template shows the range of
characteristics that may be documented about an individual
requirement. List 10 characteristics of an individual
requirement. (10)
10 Characteristics of an Individual Requirement
1. Requirement ID – A unique identifier used to track and
reference the requirement.
2. Requirement Name/Title – A short, descriptive name that
summarizes the requirement.
3. Requirement Description – A detailed explanation of
what the requirement involves.
4. Source – The origin of the requirement (e.g., stakeholder
name, document, regulation).
5. Owner – The person or role responsible for the
requirement.
, 6. Priority – The importance or urgency of the requirement
(e.g., high, medium, low).
7. Type – Indicates whether it is a functional or non-
functional requirement.
8. Status – The current state of the requirement (e.g.,
proposed, approved, implemented).
9. Rationale – A justification or reason why the requirement
is needed.
10. Acceptance Criteria – The conditions that must be
met for the requirement to be accepted as complete.
1.2
State four uses of a context diagram.
(8)
1. Defines System Boundaries
o It shows what is inside and outside the system, helping
stakeholders understand the system's scope.
2. Identifies External Entities
o It clearly presents the external actors (e.g., users, other
systems) that interact with the system.
3. Illustrates Data Flows
o It displays the flow of data between the system and
external entities, aiding in understanding system
inputs and outputs.
4. Facilitates Stakeholder Communication