Assignment 2: Structural And Behavior Modeling

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Assignment 2: Structural Modeling and Behavior Modeling Refer to the functional model you verified and validated for ABS in the Week 4 assignment to complete this assignment. Based on your performance, ABS management was so satisfied that it wants you to develop both the structural and behavior models. This way, ABS can fully understand both the interaction that would take place between the users and the system, and the system itself in greater detail. Note: You may create and / or assume all necessary assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment. Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you: Create Class-Responsibility-Collaboration (CRC) cards and a class diagram based on the functional models through the use of graphical tools in Microsoft Word or Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.

Note : The graphically depicted solution is not included in the required page length. Identify each use case in the functional model and create a sequence and communication diagram for each scenario of each use case identified through the use of graphical tools in Microsoft Word or Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia. Note : The graphically depicted solution is not included in the required page length. Create a behavioral state machine for each of the complex classes in the class diagram. Perform a CRUDE analysis to show the interactivity of the objects in the system.

Perform a verification and validation walk-through of each: Functional model Structural model Behavioral model Revise the requirements document created in Assignment 1 with additional information found in this assignment and document the assumptions. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements: Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length. Include charts or diagrams created in Visio or Dia. The completed diagrams / charts must be imported into the Word document before the paper is submitted. The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are: Describe object-oriented modeling, structural modeling, and behavioral modeling.

Develop class diagram based on business scenarios. Use technology and information resources to research issues in procuring and designing project requirements. Write clearly and concisely about project requirements and design topics using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.

Paper For Above instruction

Introduction

Object-oriented modeling plays a pivotal role in software engineering by providing a structured approach to designing systems that mirror real-world entities. Structural and behavioral modeling are fundamental aspects of this approach, facilitating comprehensive understanding of system components and interactions. This paper elaborates on developing class-responsibility-collaboration (CRC) cards, class diagrams, sequence, communication, and state machine diagrams based on functional models previously validated for the Adaptive Brake System (ABS). The process aims to illustrate system architecture, object interactions, and internal state changes in detail while ensuring validation and verification through methodical reviews.

Creating CRC Cards and Class Diagrams

CRC cards serve as collaborative tools that describe classes by their responsibilities and collaborations with other classes. For the ABS system, classes such as BrakeController, Sensor, HydraulicSystem, UserInterface, and WarningSystem can be identified based on functional requirements. Each CRC card encapsulates class responsibilities (e.g., monitor sensor data, activate hydraulic brakes, alert the user) and collaborators (e.g., BrakeController collaborates with Sensor and HydraulicSystem). Using tools like Microsoft Visio or Dia, these cards can be translated into a class diagram, visualizing the static structure of the system with classes and their relationships such as associations, generalizations, and dependencies.

Sequence and Communication Diagrams

Each use case identified in the functional model is elaborated through sequence and communication diagrams. For example, a "Brake Activation" use case involves interactions among classes such as UserInterface, BrakeController, Sensor, HydraulicSystem, and WarningSystem. Sequence diagrams chronologically depict messages exchanged during the process: user applies brakes, sensors detect wheel lock-up, BrakeController processes signals, HydraulicSystem applies brakes, and WarningSystem alerts driver if necessary. Communication diagrams complement this by illustrating object interactions through links, emphasizing message pathways and object collaborations in specific scenarios. These graphical representations are crucial for understanding dynamic system behavior and ensuring precise implementation.

Behavioral State Machines for Complex Classes

State machine diagrams model the lifecycle of complex classes, capturing states, transitions, and events. For classes like BrakeController, a state machine might include states such as Idle, Monitoring, Activating, and Error. Transitions occur due to events such as user input, sensor signals, or fault detections. These diagrams provide insights into how classes respond to various stimuli, manage internal states, and recover from faults, thus enhancing system robustness and reliability.

CRUDE Analysis of Object Interactivity

The CRUDE (Create, Read, Update, Delete, Execute) analysis assesses how objects interact within the system. For example, the BrakeController creates instances of HydraulicSystem, updates sensor data, reads brake commands, and executes hydraulic activation commands. Such analysis clarifies object responsibilities and interdependencies, ensuring that the system's interactions are coherent, efficient, and free from conflicts or redundancies.

Verification and Validation Walk-Through

Systematic verification and validation (V&V) ensure the models accurately reflect requirements and function correctly. The functional model is reviewed to check completeness and consistency; the structural model is validated against design principles; the behavioral model is tested to confirm it correctly represents dynamic scenarios. This iterative process involves peer reviews, scenario testing, and traceability analysis, enabling early detection of discrepancies or ambiguities. Incorporating feedback, the requirements document from Assignment 1 is revised, adding clarified assumptions and refined specifications, further aligning the system design with stakeholder needs.

Conclusion

This comprehensive approach to object-oriented system modeling, including CRC cards, class diagrams, sequence and communication diagrams, state machines, and CRUDE analysis, provides a thorough understanding of the ABS. Integral to this process is rigorous verification and validation, ensuring the models serve as reliable blueprints for implementation. As systems grow more complex, such meticulous modeling and validation become essential for delivering dependable, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.

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