AL-403 Software Engineering - Jun 2026 Question Paper

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1. 7 Marks
   aExplain the Linear Sequential (Waterfall) Model and Spiral Model with neat diagrams and suitable examples.
   How to answer

   • Define Linear Sequential / Waterfall phases in order
   • Draw neat Waterfall diagram with phases and flow
   • Explain Spiral quadrants / iterations with diagram
   • Give suitable example for each model and compare applicability
2. 7 Marks
   bDefine Software Product and explain the characteristics of a good software product.
   How to answer

   • Define software product
   • Distinguish product vs program / system
   • List characteristics of good software product
   • Briefly explain each characteristic
3. 7 Marks
   aExplain the Component Assembly Model and Agile Process Model with their advantages and limitations.
   How to answer

   • Explain Component Assembly / CBSE model steps
   • Explain Agile process model principles and iterations
   • List advantages of each
   • List limitations of each
4. 7 Marks
   bExplain RAD Model, Agile Process Model and Spiral Model with example.
   How to answer

   • Define RAD model phases and time-boxing
   • Define Agile process model and sprints
   • Define Spiral model cycles
   • Give example scenario for each
5. 7 Marks
   aExplain Function-Oriented Analysis Modeling and Object-Oriented Analysis Modeling.
   How to answer

   • Define Function-Oriented Analysis Modeling and DFD approach
   • Define Object-Oriented Analysis Modeling and UML approach
   • Explain key models / diagrams in each
   • Contrast focus: functions vs objects
6. 7 Marks
   bExplain the Software Requirement Specification (SRS) and Requirement Validation.
   How to answer

   • Define SRS purpose and IEEE structure
   • Explain contents of SRS document
   • Define requirement validation objectives
   • Explain validation techniques: reviews, prototyping, testing
7. 7 Marks
   aExplain the Software Design Process along with important Design Concepts and Principles.
   How to answer

   • Define software design process and levels
   • Explain key design concepts: abstraction, modularity, cohesion, coupling
   • Explain design principles
   • Outline steps from requirements to design
8. 7 Marks
   bExplain Software Modeling using UML. Describe different UML diagrams with suitable examples.
   How to answer

   • Define UML purpose in software modeling
   • Classify structural vs behavioral diagrams
   • Describe different UML diagrams with examples
   • Draw / illustrate example diagrams
9. 7 Marks
   aExplain Architectural Design with example.
   How to answer

   • Define architectural design and its role
   • Explain architectural styles / views
   • Give example system architecture
   • Explain significance and decisions
10. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss the importance of Code Inspection in software quality assurance.
    How to answer

    • Define code inspection / peer review
    • Explain inspection process and roles
    • Discuss defect detection and quality benefits
    • Relate to software quality assurance
11. 7 Marks
    aExplain the software testing techniques in detail.
    How to answer

    • Define testing levels and objectives
    • Explain white-box techniques
    • Explain black-box techniques
    • Give examples for each technique
12. 7 Marks
    bExplain the need for Software Maintenance and its types with suitable examples.
    How to answer

    • Define software maintenance need
    • Explain types: corrective, adaptive, perfective, preventive
    • Give suitable example for each type
    • Discuss maintenance cost / issues
13. 7 Marks
    aExplain Software Configuration Management (SCM) in detail.
    How to answer

    • Define SCM and its need
    • Explain SCM activities: identification, control, audit
    • Explain version and change management
    • Give tools / example workflow
14. 7 Marks
    bExplain the characteristics of Software Product and Software Process.
    How to answer

    • List characteristics of software product
    • List characteristics of software process
    • Explain each set briefly
    • Contrast product vs process attributes
15. 7 Marks
    aExplain Reverse Engineering and Re-engineering in detail.
    How to answer

    • Define reverse engineering purpose and steps
    • Define re-engineering purpose and process
    • Explain activities: redocumentation, restructuring
    • Compare benefits and applications
16. 7 Marks
    bDifferentiate Object-Oriented Analysis and Structured Software Engineering in detail.
    How to answer

    • Define Object-Oriented Analysis concepts
    • Define Structured Software Engineering approach
    • Differentiate on multiple bases in table
    • Conclude suitability for different systems