CS-403 Software Engineering - Jun 2024 Question Paper

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1. 7 Marks
   aElucidate the key features of the software process models with suitable examples?
   How to answer

   • Define software process model and its purpose
   • Explain key features: waterfall, incremental, evolutionary, etc. with examples
   • Compare applicability and characteristics
   • Give suitable examples for each model
2. 7 Marks
   bWrite about CMM (Capability Maturity Model) and how it is used for Software Quality?
   How to answer

   • Define CMM and its 5 maturity levels
   • Explain each level characteristics
   • Describe use for software quality assessment and improvement
   • Give example of implementation
3. 7 Marks
   aDraw and explain the spiral model with its advantages and disadvantages?
   How to answer

   • Draw spiral model with quadrants/loops
   • Explain phases: planning, risk analysis, engineering, evaluation
   • List advantages e.g. risk handling, flexibility
   • List disadvantages e.g. cost, complexity
4. 7 Marks
   bDiscuss the components of a software requirement specification document?
   How to answer

   • Define SRS document purpose
   • List components: introduction, functional, non-functional, interfaces, etc.
   • Explain each component briefly
   • Mention IEEE structure/characteristics
5. 7 Marks
   aDifferentiate between functional and Non Functional requirements with suitable examples?
   How to answer

   • Define functional requirements
   • Define non-functional requirements
   • Compare on basis: purpose, examples, testing
   • Give suitable examples for both
6. 7 Marks
   bWhat are the activities of requirement elicitation and Analysis? Explain.
   How to answer

   • Define requirement elicitation and analysis
   • List activities: discovery, classification, prioritization, negotiation
   • Explain each activity steps
   • Mention techniques used
7. 7 Marks
   aDiscuss about pattern based software design in detail?
   How to answer

   • Define design patterns and pattern-based design
   • Explain pattern types and structure
   • Describe design process using patterns
   • Give examples and benefits
8. 7 Marks
   bBriefly explain about Function-Oriented design?
   How to answer

   • Define function-oriented design
   • Explain decomposition, data flow, structure charts
   • Outline design steps
   • Give example e.g. DFD based design
9. 7 Marks
   aList and explain the golden rules of User-Interface design?
   How to answer

   • List Theo Mandel golden rules: place user in control, reduce memory load, consistency
   • Explain each rule with sub-principles
   • Give UI examples
   • Mention importance for usability
10. 7 Marks
    bBriefly discuss about Integration testing Strategies?
    How to answer

    • Define integration testing
    • Explain top-down, bottom-up, sandwich/big-bang strategies
    • Compare advantages/disadvantages
    • Give example scenario
11. 7 Marks
    aWhat is Black- Box testing? What is boundary value Analysis? Explain the technique Specifying rules and its usage with the help of an example.
    How to answer

    • Define black-box testing
    • Define boundary value analysis and its rules
    • Explain technique for specifying test cases
    • Illustrate with example e.g. range input
12. 7 Marks
    bWhat is White-Box testing? How white box testing is carried out ? Demonstrate With example.
    How to answer

    • Define white-box testing
    • Explain coverage criteria: statement, branch, path
    • Describe how testing is carried out
    • Demonstrate with code example
13. 7 Marks
    aExplain briefly about Software Configuration Management (SCM)?
    How to answer

    • Define SCM and its need
    • Explain SCM activities: identification, control, audit, reporting
    • Mention tools and version control
    • Give example
14. 7 Marks
    bWhat do you understand by Feasibility Analysis? Explain.
    How to answer

    • Define feasibility analysis
    • Explain types: technical, economic, operational, legal
    • Describe process and criteria
    • Give example decision
15. 14 Marks
    Write short notes on any two:

    1. a)Schedule and Cost Estimation
    2. b)RUP
    3. c)Traceability
    4. d)Design Principles
    How to answer

    • Select any two topics from list
    • Define each with key points and purpose
    • Explain techniques/models involved
    • Give examples/diagram where relevant