FIT9138 Information systems analysis, design and systems thinking
Faculty of Information Technology
FIT9138 Information systems analysis, design and systems thinking is a level 9, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units, leading on to 3 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before FIT9138
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After FIT9138
2 units list FIT9138 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This unit aims to introduce you to human-centred information systems design, design thinking process and a way of making sense of the interrelated parts of a system and how the system works over time. You will practice designing an information system by applying the design concepts introduced in this unit.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- In-Class QuizzesQuiz / Test20%
- Group PresentationPresentation20%
- Group Report with walkthroughWritten40%
- Individual AssignmentWritten20%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain the foundational principles of design and systems thinking and their application to information systems development and security;
- 2
Appraise and demonstrate skills in ethically employing key design and systems thinking methods, tools and techniques;
- 3
Undertake a critical and empathetic analysis of a problem setting using appropriate design and systems thinking tools and techniques;
- 4
Discuss the impact of design practice on individuals, communities, organisations and society;
- 5
Reflect the importance of human centred design and evaluation in dealing with uncertain, messy and complex information ecosystems.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions36 hours
- Seminars12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Learning resources
Technology resources
Software required includes a diagraming and wireframing software such as Figma.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Tag Alshehri
- Ms Goh Kim Nee
- Professor Juliana Sutanto
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Juliana Sutanto
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for FIT9138?
FIT9138 has no prerequisites.
What can I take after FIT9138?
FIT9138 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including FIT5094 and FIT5234. Those lead on to 3 units in all.
When is FIT9138 offered?
In 2026, FIT9138 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia.
Does FIT9138 have an exam?
No. FIT9138 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.