Requirements Writing

  • 4.7
Approx. 4 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course is designed to teach you how to write effective requirements for software development projects. You will learn the key components of a good requirement, how to write clear and concise requirements, and how to prioritize requirements based on business value.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn the key components of a good requirement
  • Write clear and concise requirements
  • Prioritize requirements based on business value

Related Topics for further study


Learning Outcomes

  • Write effective requirements for software development projects
  • Understand the key components of a good requirement
  • Prioritize requirements based on business value

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic understanding of software development
  • Familiarity with project management tools

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced

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  • Business Analysis Fundamentals
  • Project Management for Software Development

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Notable People in This Field

  • Karl Wiegers
  • Laura Brandenburg

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Description

Welcome to "Requirements Writing". As the title indicates, over the next four weeks, we will be looking at the important task of writing of text-based requirement statements. The course takes you step by step through the rules for writing requirements statements in accordance with the "Guide for Writing Requirements" published by the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE).

Outline

  • Welcome & Introduction to the Course
  • Lecture:Course Introduction Video
  • :Module 1
  • Your Instructor and Tutors
  • Getting Started
  • Course Notes and Text Books
  • Other Useful Resources
  • Copy of Your Instructor and Tutors
  • Module 1 Quiz
  • Requirements Writing Continued
  • Module 2
  • Module 2 Quiz
  • Requirements Writing Continued
  • Module 3
  • Module 3 Quiz
  • Requirements Writing Continued
  • Module 4
  • Module 4 Quiz
  • Final Exam and Information about Further Study
  • Closing Course Video
  • Master of Systems Engineering at UNSW Canberra
  • Final Exam

Summary of User Reviews

Read reviews of the Requirements Writing course on Coursera. Users have praised the course for its comprehensive coverage of the topic and practical assignments. However, some have noted that the course can be time-consuming and the feedback from the instructors is not always helpful.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Comprehensive coverage of the topic

Pros from User Reviews

  • Practical assignments that help to reinforce the concepts learned
  • Well-structured course with clear explanations
  • Great for beginners who want to learn the basics of requirements writing

Cons from User Reviews

  • Course can be time-consuming and requires a significant time commitment
  • Instructors can be slow to respond to questions and feedback
  • Some users felt that the course lacked depth and could have covered more advanced topics
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Approx. 4 hours to complete
Dr Mike Ryan
UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
Coursera

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Dr Mike Ryan

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