Program Requirements Analysis Cards

These cards are designed for the AP CSP Day 7 - Program Investigation and Requirements lesson. Each card includes detailed information to support student analysis activities.

Card Set Instructions

For Teachers

• Print one set of 8 cards
• Distribute one card per group (3-4 students)
• Use with the Requirements Analysis Worksheet
• Allow 10-15 minutes for group analysis
• 5 minutes for presentation

For Students

Use the Requirements Analysis Framework to examine your program:

1. Requirement Identification: What are the program's requirements?
2. Requirement Categorization: What types of requirements are present?
3. Requirement Breakdown: How do requirements guide development?
4. Impact Assessment: How do requirements affect the program's success?
5. Improvement Suggestions: How could the requirements be improved?
6. Reflection: What did you learn about program requirements?

🧠 Card #1: E-commerce App

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Billions globally

What It Is

An e-commerce app allows users to buy and sell products online.

Key Features

• **Shopping cart
• **Payment processing
• **Product listings
• **User reviews

Requirements

• Functional requirements: Shopping cart, payment processing
• Non-functional requirements: Security, performance
• User requirements: Easy navigation, secure payment
• Technical requirements: Cross-platform compatibility, scalability

Challenges & Solutions

• Security: Use encryption and authentication
• Performance: Use efficient algorithms
• User experience: Use intuitive design
• Scalability: Use cloud infrastructure

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved user experience
• **Enhanced security
• **Increased sales

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of an e-commerce app?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

🧠 Card #2: Social Media Platform

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Billions globally

What It Is

A social media platform allows users to share content and interact with others.

Key Features

• **User profiles
• **Content sharing
• **Commenting and liking
• **Notifications

Requirements

• Functional requirements: User profiles, content sharing
• Non-functional requirements: Scalability, reliability
• User requirements: Easy access, engaging interface
• Technical requirements: Cross-platform compatibility, security

Challenges & Solutions

• Scalability: Use cloud infrastructure
• Reliability: Use robust architecture
• User engagement: Use intuitive design
• Security: Use encryption and authentication

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved user experience
• **Enhanced engagement
• **Increased user base

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of a social media platform?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

🧠 Card #3: Mobile App Development

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Billions globally

What It Is

Mobile app development involves creating applications for mobile devices.

Key Features

• **User interface design
• **Platform-specific development
• **Testing on mobile devices
• **App store optimization

Requirements

• Functional requirements: User interface, platform-specific features
• Non-functional requirements: Performance, usability
• User requirements: Accessibility, ease of use
• Technical requirements: Cross-platform compatibility, performance optimization

Challenges & Solutions

• Platform diversity: Use cross-platform tools
• Testing: Use emulators and real devices
• User experience: Use intuitive design
• Performance: Use optimization techniques

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved user experience
• **Enhanced accessibility
• **Better performance

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of mobile app development?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

🧠 Card #4: Video Game Development

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Millions of players

What It Is

Video game development involves creating games from concept to completion.

Key Features

• **Game design
• **Programming
• **Art and sound creation
• **Testing and iteration

Requirements

• Functional requirements: Game mechanics, features
• Non-functional requirements: Performance, usability
• User requirements: Engaging gameplay, visual appeal
• Technical requirements: Cross-platform compatibility, performance optimization

Challenges & Solutions

• Game design: Use playtesting and feedback
• Performance: Use optimization techniques
• User experience: Use intuitive design
• Cross-platform: Use compatible development tools

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved game quality
• **Enhanced user experience
• **Better performance

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of video game development?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

🧠 Card #5: Web Development

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Millions of developers

What It Is

Web development involves creating websites and web applications.

Key Features

• **Front-end development
• **Back-end development
• **Cross-browser compatibility
• **Responsive design

Requirements

• Functional requirements: Front-end, back-end features
• Non-functional requirements: Performance, usability
• User requirements: Accessibility, ease of use
• Technical requirements: Cross-browser compatibility, responsive design

Challenges & Solutions

• Cross-browser: Use responsive design
• User experience: Use intuitive design
• Performance: Use optimization techniques
• Responsive design: Use flexible layouts

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved website quality
• **Enhanced user experience
• **Better performance

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of web development?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

🧠 Card #6: Health Tracking App

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Millions of users

What It Is

A health tracking app helps users monitor fitness and health metrics.

Key Features

• **Step counting
• **Heart rate monitoring
• **Sleep tracking
• **Nutrition logging

Requirements

• Functional requirements: Step counting, health tracking
• Non-functional requirements: Accuracy, usability
• User requirements: Personalized insights, ease of use
• Technical requirements: Compatibility, data security

Challenges & Solutions

• Accuracy: Use sensor calibration
• Usability: Use intuitive design
• Data security: Use encryption and authentication
• Compatibility: Use cross-platform development

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved health monitoring
• **Enhanced user experience
• **Better data security

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of health tracking apps?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

🧠 Card #7: Calculator App

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Millions of users

What It Is

A calculator app performs mathematical operations for users.

Key Features

• **Basic operations
• **Scientific functions
• **User interface
• **Memory storage

Requirements

• Functional requirements: Mathematical operations, user interface
• Non-functional requirements: Accuracy, usability
• User requirements: Accessibility, ease of use
• Technical requirements: Cross-platform compatibility, performance

Challenges & Solutions

• Accuracy: Use precise algorithms
• Usability: Use intuitive design
• Accessibility: Use clear interface
• Performance: Use efficient code

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved accuracy
• **Enhanced usability
• **Better accessibility

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of a calculator app?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

🧠 Card #8: Translation App

Basic Information

Type: Nonphysical software innovation
Users: Hundreds of millions

What It Is

A translation app helps users convert text, speech, or images between languages.

Key Features

• **Text translation
• **Speech recognition
• **Image translation
• **Language support

Requirements

• Functional requirements: Text, speech, image translation
• Non-functional requirements: Accuracy, usability
• User requirements: Accessibility, ease of use
• Technical requirements: Cross-platform compatibility, performance

Challenges & Solutions

• Accuracy: Use advanced algorithms
• Usability: Use intuitive design
• Accessibility: Use clear interface
• Performance: Use efficient code

Impact of Requirements

• **Improved accuracy
• **Enhanced usability
• **Better accessibility

Analysis Questions

1. What are the main requirements of a translation app?
2. How do they guide development?
3. What are the key requirements?
4. What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
5. What improvements could be made to requirements?

📋 Requirements Analysis Worksheet

Program Requirements: ________________________

1. Requirement Identification

What are the program's requirements?

Explanation: Describe the main requirements of the program

2. Requirement Categorization

What types of requirements are present?

Explanation: Explain the different requirements types

3. Requirement Breakdown

How do requirements guide development?

Explanation: Identify and explain the requirements

4. Impact Assessment

How do requirements affect the program's success?

Explanation: Discuss the impact of requirements on development

5. Improvement Suggestions

How could the requirements be improved?

Explanation: Provide constructive suggestions for improvement

6. Reflection

What did you learn about program requirements?

Explanation: Reflect on your understanding of requirements

Teacher Answer Key

Quick Reference Guide

Tools: E-commerce app, social media platform, mobile app development, video game development, web development, health tracking app, calculator app, translation app

Common Student Misconceptions

1. All requirements are the same - Emphasize the diversity of requirements types
2. Requirements are just for large projects - Highlight their importance for all project sizes
3. Understanding requirements is unnecessary - Discuss the importance of requirements identification

Extension Questions for Advanced Students

• How do these programs demonstrate the importance of requirements analysis?
• What role do requirements play in successful programs?
• How do these programs support different user needs?
• What challenges might arise in requirements analysis?
• How can you apply this knowledge in future projects?

These analysis cards are designed for maximum flexibility and can be adapted for various class periods, group sizes, and learning objectives. Teachers should preview activities and select based on student needs and available time.