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Sophia – Information Technology - Unit 4 Milestone 4 – (100% CORRECT) – Ashford University Zehra works with a software development team. One of his tasks is to define the overall structure of... an application and divide it into components to be developed. What is Zehra's role on the software development team? • Programmer • Project Manager • Software Analyst • Software Designer RATIONALE Zehra's role on the software development team is Software Designer. Software Designers use scientific and mathematical principles to develop applications for multiple purposes (e.g., games, operating systems, and applications). They determine what a program should do, based on user needs, then create and test it to ensure its functionality. CONCEPT The Software Development Team 2 All of the following tasks are suitable for automated processes, EXCEPT: • Parveen has a large budget, and he has other things to accomplish while tests run.• Devin wants to ensure that her test results are accurate and reliable. • Ranji’s tests must occur quickly, to enable scheduling in the future. • Linda must complete several tests and has ample time in which to do so. RATIONALE Automation is an appropriate option for a process that is scheduled to start at a specific time, or at recurrent times. Automation is also recommended to ensure accurate and reliable test results. It can collect, organize, and manage data related to the test process. However, a manual approach should be considered when only a few tests are necessary, and time is not a factor. CONCEPT The Impacts of Automation 3 Gail is examining software to determine what happens when an operator makes a mistake while in data entry mode. Gail is addressing the dimension of usability known as __________. • satisfaction • visibility • error management • efficiency RATIONALE Gail focuses on software usability evaluation. She deals with error management related to data entry.CONCEPT Usability 4 Jeffrey consults with company leaders to identify ways in which IT can help the organization to reach its goals. Jeffrey is working in a/an __________ role for his company. • infrastructure and equipment management • planning • information technology support • network development and maintenance RATIONALE Jeffrey's role is planning, which involves consulting with an organization's leaders to identify ways in which IT can help that organization to achieve its goals. Jeffery is also responsible for monitoring the implementation of planned activities, and exercising control of his organization's IT resources, to ensure improvement and success. CONCEPT Information Technology in the Workplace 5 Smartphones and tablets currently outsell laptop and desktop computers. This statement describes the trend known as __________. • automation • personalization• visualization • mobilization RATIONALE Mobile technology, including mobile devices (smartphones), mobile apps, and mobile operating systems (Android, iOS), has created a trend towards mobilization. The next generation of smartphones will be context-aware, and will make use of the growing availability of embedded physical sensors, and data-exchange capabilities. CONCEPT Advancements in Computer Science 6 Which technology enables information to be synced, shared, and accessed at any time by a device connected to the Internet? • Social media • Artificial intelligence • Cloud computing • Autonomous technology RATIONALE Cloud computing enables the access and use of services, files, and information at any time, by any internet-connected device. Cloud computing services include Google Docs and Dropbox. CONCEPT Advancements in Computer Science 7IT specialists must possess technical knowledge and work well with others if they are to be successful. Select the IT specialist who demonstrates a hard skill. • Noel monitors a virtual chat program to keep in touch with other members of the IT department. • Elizabeth tracks her team's progress on a software development project. • Freddy uses problem-solving expertise to resolve an issue for the software development team. • Maggie designs a new user interface for her company's master control panel. RATIONALE Maggie uses a hard skill when she designs software user interfaces. She acquired this technical skill by completing software design and user interface courses. The IT specialists in the other answer alternatives use soft skills to interact with team members. These soft skills include collaboration, problem solving, and communication. CONCEPT Information Technology in the Workplace 8 Beth works with project stakeholders to maintain team organization and communicate the project status. Select Beth's role in the organization. • Project Developer • Project Architect •Project Manager • Project Analyst RATIONALE Beth is a Software Project Manager who works with stakeholders to keep the team organized, and to communicate the project's status. Project Managers make sure that the project delivers what it is supposed to deliver — on time, within budget, using available resources. CONCEPT Software Engineers and their Roles 9 Haitham works for a government agency. He is in charge of a team that develops algorithms and models that guide the function of software applications. What is Haitham's role in his organization? • Database Administrator • Network Engineer • Computer Scientist • Programming Language Specialist RATIONALE Haitham is a Computer Scientist. Computer Scientists often work as part of a research team with Computer Programmers, Information Technology Specialists, and Mechanical or Electrical Engineers. They typically investigate technological topics including artificial intelligence, robotics, and virtual reality. CONCEPT Computer Scientists and their Roles 10When she manages a software development project, Candace uses a program called __________, because it supports a number of programming languages including C, C++, C#, and Visual Basic. • Primavera • Visual Studio • Microsoft Project • Zoho Projects RATIONALE When she manages software development projects, Candace uses Visual Studio, because it supports a large number of programming languages including C, C++, C#, and Visual Basic. Microsoft Project, Zoho Project, and Primavera are project management tools, not integrated development environments. CONCEPT Software Development Life Cycle 11 Ana no longer makes out checks to her utility company because she has arranged for her monthly utility charge to be automatically debited from her bank account on the due date. Ana is experiencing an example of automation known as __________. • customer billing • textfill/autocorrect • importing/exporting data• online software application RATIONALE Ana is encountering an example of automation known as customer billing. Automated customer billing provides a better experience and helps companies to be paid faster as a result of custom payment scheduling. Automatic billing enables businesses to provide convenience to customers, and ensures predictable revenue. CONCEPT Process Automation and Computers 12 Which of the following is a best practice for maintaining a safe and healthy workstation? • Lifting a monitor with the back straight and knees bent • Placing the monitor screen 30 inches from the face • Bending the wrist upward in order to access the keyboard • Sitting in a desk chair that has been adjusted to a height that leaves the user's feet three inches above the floor RATIONALE A computer user should lift a monitor with his or her back straight, and knees bent. Failing to do so might cause health issues including back strain and headaches. It is important to consider ergonomics and to avoid problems by maintaining proper working posture. CONCEPT Workstation Safety 13Reesa works for a large real estate company. She is responsible for installing and supporting the company's internet systems, including the LAN and WAN. Reesa routinely monitors network performance, and performs network maintenance. Reesa is employed as a __________. • System Administrator • Database Administrator • Systems Analyst • Computer Engineer RATIONALE Reesa is a System Administrator. System Administrators install, configure, and support a businesses' local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN). They may also perform maintenance tasks to support network availability, and monitor website performance to ensure that sites operate correctly. CONCEPT The Computing Profession 14 When computer users have trouble with their machines or software, Roland is the first person they call for help. Roland helps users with their problems, or refers them to a more-experienced IT employee. Roland holds the position of __________ in the organization. • Support Analyst • Network Administrator •Database Administator • Systems Analyst RATIONALE Roland is a Support Analyst. He provides primary technical support to end users, helping them with hardware and software problems. He also responds to, documents, and resolves service tickets in a timely manner. CONCEPT IT Specialists and their Roles 15 Game Changer Technologies has four software teams. Each of them is developing four different examples of its new game app. Which software development methodology is used by the Game Changer teams? • Lean • Cascading/V-model • RAD • Prototyping RATIONALE Kamal manages his organization's enterprise management system. Which IT role is Kamal most likely performing? •Infrastructure and equipment management • Data management • Network development and maintenance • Information technology support RATIONALE Kamal's role is infrastructure and equipment management. He manages his organization's enterprise management system. Infrastructure management is the management of essential operation components, including policies, processes, equipment, data, human resources, and external contacts, to enhance overall efficiency. CONCEPT Information Technology in the Workplace 2 Which task is suitable for an automated process? • Astor plans to test her software only twice. •Mai's company has a limited testing budget. • Tanya plans to modify her software, and will retest it many times. • Kanta’s company requires human review to identify and correct errors. RATIONALE Tanya plans to modify her software, and will retest it many times. The recurrent aspect of her test plan justifies the use of automated testing, which can optimize Tanya's investments of time and effort. Due to budget concerns, a small number of tests, and the need for human review to identify errors, the other answer choices describe tasks that are better-suited for manual processes. CONCEPT The Impacts of Automation 3 Which technology enables information to be synced, shared, and accessed at any time by a device connected to the Internet? • Artificial intelligence • Autonomous technology• Cloud computing • Social media RATIONALE Cloud computing enables the access and use of services, files, and information at any time, by any internet-connected device. Cloud computing services include Google Docs and Dropbox. CONCEPT Advancements in Computer Science 4 IT specialists must display technical expertise and collaborative proficiency in the workplace. Select the IT specialist who demonstrates a soft skill. • Keith applies a filter to the company’s network that prevents users from accessing social media while they are working. • Chandler evaluates the results of recent user tests of his company's new software. •Terri uses her Java programming skills to write a key part of the company’s new software. • Joyce recruits users to test new software by explaining to them how it will benefit the organization. RATIONALE Joyce uses one of her soft skills — her communication skills — to recruit users to test new software. The other IT specialists in the answer alternatives use hard skills, including evaluation of user test results, expertise in programming, and network management. CONCEPT Information Technology in the Workplace 5 Ana no longer makes out checks to her utility company because she has arranged for her monthly utility charge to be automatically debited from her bank account on the due date. Ana is experiencing an example of automation known as __________. • customer billing • textfill/autocorrect •online software application • importing/exporting data RATIONALE Ana is encountering an example of automation known as customer billing. Automated customer billing provides a better experience and helps companies to be paid faster as a result of custom payment scheduling. Automatic billing enables businesses to provide convenience to customers, and ensures predictable revenue. CONCEPT Process Automation and Computers 6 Transformative Software develops apps that help disabled people to complete everyday tasks. Its software projects are divided into phases in which progress takes place in one direction. The planning, delivery dates, and implementation of the software under development are emphasized. Which software development methodology is the company most likely using? • Prototyping • Cascading •RAD • Agile RATIONALE Cascading is the software development methodology that Transformative Software is most likely using. The cascading model is a sequential (non-iterative) design process, used in software development, in which progress flows downward (like a waterfall) through conception, initiation, analysis, design, construction, testing, production/implementation, and maintenance phases. CONCEPT Software Development Methodologies 7 John is using __________, a software development management tool that easily integrates into his business’s enterprise software/information system. • Visio • Primavera • MS Resource• Visual Studio RATIONALE John uses Primavera, a software development management tool that can be easily integrated into a business’s enterprise software/information system. Primavera is a competitor-provided alternative to Microsoft Project. CONCEPT Software Development Life Cycle 8 Which of the following is a best practice for maintaining a safe and healthy workstation? • Sitting in a desk chair that has been adjusted to a height that leaves the user's feet three inches above the floor • Placing the monitor screen 30 inches from the face • Bending the wrist upward in order to access the keyboard • Lifting a monitor with the back straight and knees bentRATIONALE A computer user should lift a monitor with his or her back straight, and knees bent. Failing to do so might cause health issues including back strain and headaches. It is important to consider ergonomics and to avoid problems by maintaining proper working posture. CONCEPT Workstation Safety 9 Zehra works with a software development team. One of his tasks is to define the overall structure of an application and divide it into components to be developed. What is Zehra's role on the software development team? • Software Analyst • Project Manager • Software Designer • Programmer RATIONALEZehra's role on the software development team is Software Designer. Software Designers use scientific and mathematical principles to develop applications for multiple purposes (e.g., games, operating systems, and applications). They determine what a program should do, based on user needs, then create and test it to ensure its functionality. CONCEPT The Software Development Team 10 Haitham works for a government agency. He is in charge of a team that develops algorithms and models that guide the function of software applications. What is Haitham's role in his organization? • Programming Language Specialist • Network Engineer • Database Administrator • Computer Scientist RATIONALEHaitham is a Computer Scientist. Computer Scientists often work as part of a research team with Computer Programmers, Information Technology Specialists, and Mechanical or Electrical Engineers. They typically investigate technological topics including artificial intelligence, robotics, and virtual reality. CONCEPT Computer Scientists and their Roles 11 Beth is a software developer who is focused on identifying early-stage interface problems. Beth addresses the dimension of usability known as __________. • error management • visibility • efficiency • satisfaction RATIONALEBeth addresses the visibility dimension of usability. Visibility is an important attribute of a user interface. It enables users to continuously know where they are within an interface, what they are doing, and what the subsequent tasks are. CONCEPT Usability 12 Tyler works with a software development team at a large healthcare organization. His job is to identify the aspects of the software that must be tested, develop appropriate tests, run those tests, and evaluate the results. What is Tyler's role in the organization? • Analyst • Software Project Manager • Quality Assurance • Software Developer RATIONALETyler is a Quality Assurance Specialist. He ensures that all development tasks meet quality criteria through test planning, test execution, quality assurance, and issue tracking. CONCEPT Software Engineers and their Roles 13 More than 70% of YouTube users are located outside the United States. This statement describes the trend known as __________. • autonomous technology • personalization • mobilization • social media growth RATIONALE This statement describes social media growth. The growth of social media indicates that more people are using social networks to connect and communicate. For example, the growth of social media has been nearly exponential since 2004. At that time, Facebook had about 1 million users. By 2011 the network had grown so large that the size of itsmembership was compared to the population of a country. As of 2017, Facebook has almost two billion registered users. CONCEPT Advancements in Computer Science 14 A large part of Kelly's job with a software development company is to monitor the servers to ensure that they are not overloaded by the computers that are connected to them. Kelly holds the position of __________ in the organization. • Infrastructure Manager • Support Analyst • Network Administrator • Database Administrator RATIONALE Kelly is a Network Administrator. She is responsible for the following tasks: installing network and computer systems; maintaining, repairing, and upgrading network andcomputer systems; diagnosing and fixing problems (and potential problems) with the network and its hardware, software, and systems. CONCEPT IT Specialists and their Roles 15 Reesa works for a large real estate company. She is responsible for installing and supporting the company's internet systems, including the LAN and WAN. Reesa routinely monitors network performance, and performs network maintenance. Reesa is employed as a __________. • Computer Engineer • Systems Analyst • System Administrator • Database Administrator [Show More]

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