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SPS611S - SOFTWARE PROCESSES - 2ND OPP - JULY 2025 |
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n Am I BIA u n IVER s ITY
OF SCIEnCE Ano TECHn OLOGY
FACULTYOF COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS
DEPARTME:NTOF SOFTWAREENGINEERING
QUALIFICATION:BACHELOROF COMPUTERSCIENCE
QUALIFICATION CODE: 07BCMS
COURSE:SOFTWAREPROCESSES
DATE: JULY 2025
DURATION: 3 HRS
LEVEL:6
COURSECODE:SPS611S
PAPER:THEORY
MARl<S: 80
SUPPLEMENTARY/ SECONDOPPORTUNITYEXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER
EXAMINER(S)
MS JOSEPHINAMUNTUUMO
MODERATOR
MR NAFTALIINDONGO
THIS QUESTION PAPERCONSISTSOF 5 PAGES
{Including this front page)
INSTRUCTIONSTO STUDENTS
1. Read all the questions, passages,scenarios, etc., carefully before answering.
2. Answer all the questions.
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Number each answer clearly and correctly.
4. Write neatly and legibly.
5. , Making use of any crib notes may lead to disqualification and disciplinary action.
6.
Use the allocated marks as a guideline when answering questions.
7.
Looking at other students' work is strictly prohibited.
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SECTIONA: MULTIPLECHOICEQUESTIONS(10 MARl{S)
(Each question carries 1 mark. Choose the correct answer.)
1. Which process model allows for flexibility and iterative improvement during development?
A. Waterfall
B. Agile
C. V-Model
D. Spiral
2. Which technique is best for validating requirements with users?
A. Interviewing
B. Prototyping
C. Surveys
D. Observation
3. The DevOps model is primarily intended to:
A. Separate development and testing
B. Promote manual deployments
C. Integrate development and operations
D. Reduce developer involvement
4. In Agile, the short iterative cycles are called:
A. Phases
B. Stages
C. Sprints
D. Builds
5. Which of the following is NOT part of software configuration management?
A. Version control
B. Change management
C. Requirements analysis
D. Build management
6. A requirement is said to be traceable when:
A. It has been validated by testers
B. It is mapped to implementation and test cases
C. It is well-documented
D. It is complex and lengthy
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7. Which metric is used to measure software reliability?
A. LOC
B. Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
C. Gantt Chart
D. Code Coverage
8. Al in software engineering can be used to:
A. Delay processes
B. Automate repetitive tasks
C. Increase cost
D. Remove documentation
9. A key Agile value is:
A. Process over people
B. Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
C. Contracts over collaboration
0. Following the plan at all costs
10. Which of the following is an open-source version control system?
A. Oracle
B. SAP
C. Git
D. Docker
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SECTION B: MATCHING (10 MARl<S)
Match the definitions in Column B with the terms in Column A. Write only the correct letter (A-J)
next to the number. Each correct match = 1 mark.
Column A (Concepts):
1. Spiral Model
2. Prototyping
3. DevOps
4. User Stories
5. Process Automation
6. Requirement Validation
7. Continuous Delivery
8. Plan-Driven Model
9. Cl/CD
10. Traceability Matrix
Column B (Definitions):
A. Short, simple descriptions of features told from the user's perspective
B. Risk-focused iterative process model
C. Enables frequent software releases using automation
D. Mapping requirements to design, implementation, and testing artifacts
E. Combining dev and ops for rapid deployment
F. User-involved early mock-up for feedback and revision
G. Traditional model with detailed planning and documentation
H. Repeating builds and tests to streamline releases
I. Confirming requirements meet stakeholder needs
J. Using tools to remove manual tasks from workflows
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SECTIONC: CASESTUDY (60 MARl<S)
A government agency is launching a new citizen service portal where people can report issues
(e.g. potholes, broken lights) and track the resolution process. The development team must
adopt a software process that accommodates frequent feedback, allows progressive feature
delivery, and ensures system security and quality. The agency also wants to use Al tools for bug
tracking and adopt open-source technologies.
l. Identify and justify the most suitable software process model for this project. Support your
answer with relevant characteristics. (10 Marks)
2. Outline the steps you would follow to elicit and document software requirements for the
portal. (10 Marks)
3. Discuss how you would ensure traceability and requirement validation in this system. (10
Marks)
4. Propose a strategy to incorporate Al tools into the bug tracking and resolution process. (10
Marks)
5. Explain how you would manage version control, security, and collaboration using open-source
tools. (10 Marks)
6. Describe how you would introduce and manage continuous process improvement in the
agency's software development workflow. Reference tools, metrics, or frameworks (e.g., CMMI,
retrospectives, l<Pls)in your response. (10 Marks)
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