MGMT70046
Agile Methodologies		 Sheridan
 
  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version
 

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Section I: Administrative Information
  Total hours: 21.0
Credit Value: 1.5
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2018
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Business Analysis, Project Management - Other rel
Program Coordinator(s): Maria Amuchastegui
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version: 20180122_00
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: This is a Sheridan College course that is offered through Sheridan FCAPS. Students who register for the course through Sheridan will receive credit from Sheridan College only. Access to the course materials will be through OntarioLearn.com. This course is offered in a classroom version and an online version. In the classroom version, classes are conducted on campus, and students engage in classroom instruction. The online version is a web-based course offered entirely online. Students taking this course will need reliable access to the internet, and should have a basic level of comfort using computers as well as the self-discipline to study online.
 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
Students examine multiple aspects of Agile methodologies with a focus on practices that have evolved since the creation of the Agile values and principles, published in 2001 as the Manifesto for Agile Software Development. They explore the current application of Agile methodologies and practices and learn which Agile practices to apply in specific situations. Through a variety of learning tools such as hands-on exercises, group collaboration and case studies, students examine how organizations have applied Agile methodologies in different settings.

Program Context

 
Business Analysis Program Coordinator(s): Maria Amuchastegui
This is an elective course in the Business Analysis Certificate program offered by the Faculty of Continuing and Professional Studies.

Project Management - Other rel Program Coordinator(s): N/A
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Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

  Critical Performance:
By the end of the course, students will have demonstrated the ability to choose effective Agile practices for specific software development situations.
 
Learning Outcomes:

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Describe the key concepts and principles of Agile methodologies and practices
  2. Select the best Agile methodology to use in a given project
  3. Implement Agile practices that support cross functional teams' buy-in and commitment
  4. Select the tools, framework and practices required to facilitate the implementation of an Agile product life cycle
  5. Evaluate Agile vs. traditional methods with respect to software development and testing

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

 Evaluation Plan: ONLINE
 Quizzes (4x5%) + (1x15%)35.0%
 Group Assignment (2x15%)30.0%
 Peer Evaluation5.0%
 Graded Discussions (1x20%+1x10%)30.0%
Total100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:
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Evaluation Plan: IN-CLASS
 Quizzes (4x5%) + (1x10%)30.0%
 Group Assignment (2x10% + 1x15%)35.0%
 Peer Evaluation5.0%
 Graded discussions (1x20% + 1x10%)30.0%
Total100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:
The following protocol applies to every course offered by the Faculty of Continuing and Professional Studies 1. Students are responsible for staying abreast of test dates and times, as well as due dates and any special instructions for submitting assignments and projects as supplied to the class by the instructor. 2. Students must write all tests at the specified date and time. Missed tests, in-class/online activities, assignments and presentations are awarded a mark of zero. The penalty for late submission of written assignments is a loss of 10% per day for up to five business days (excluding Sundays and statutory holidays), after which, a grade of zero is assigned. Business days include any day that the college is open for business, whether the student has scheduled classes that day or not. An extension or make-up opportunity may be approved by the instructor at his or her discretion.

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:

 

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous relevant work/life experience, service, self-study and training on the job. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

  • Challenge Exam
    Notes:  
  • Other
    Notes:  This course is delivered through OntarioLearn at ontariolearn.com and is hosted by (Sheridan College) SH-MGMT70046.
 
 
Section III: Topical Outline
Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Print Instruction Mode Professor Applicable Student Group(s)
In-Class Multiple Professors In-Class students in Continuing and Professional Studies.
Online N/A Online students in Continuing and Professional Studies.

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All Sheridan policies can be viewed on the Sheridan policy website.

Appropriate use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools: In alignment with Sheridan's Academic Integrity Policy, students should consult with their professors and/or refer to evaluation instructions regarding the appropriate use, or prohibition, of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for coursework. Turnitin AI detection software may be used by faculty members to screen assignment submissions or exams for unauthorized use of artificial intelligence.

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.
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