Cochin University of Science and Techology (CUST) 2006 B.Tech Information Technology software project management - Question Paper

BTS(C) - VII -06-045 (A)

Maximum Marks: 100

I    a) What is the aim of software engineering? Distinguish between a program and a

software product.    (10) b) List the differences between the exploratory style and modem software development

practices.    (10)

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II    a) Explain the major phases in the water fall model of software development.    (10) b) Describe how a software development effort is initiated and finally terminated in the

spiral model. '    (10)

III    a) Explain the components of a software project management plan (SPMP) document.    (10) b) Describe work break down structure of an MIS problem.    (10)

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IV    Explain different project estimation techniques.    (20)

V    Describe the steps involved in software project monitoring.    (20)

OR

VI    a) Explain the quality factors of a software product.    (10) b) Describe how a software quality management system can be developed.    (10)

VII    What is software configuration management? Explain the necessity of SCM.    (20)

OR

VIII    Describe the activities of software configuration management.    (20)

IX    a) Discuss the components of a productivity measurement system.    (10) b) Explain how a productivity improvement program can be implemented in a software

firm.    (10)

OR

X    a) Define motivation. What are the factors affecting motivation?    (10) b) Explain theory X and Y.    (10)

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