Cork Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Applications - Stage 3
(Bachelor of Science in Computer Applications – Stage 3)
(NFQ – Level 8)
Autumn 2005
Software Engineering 1
(Time: 3 Hours)
Instructions
Answer any FIVE questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
Examiners: Mr. J. O Brien
Dr. D. Chambers
Mr. E. A. Parslow
Mr. P. O Connor
Q1. (a) Being a member of a cohesive group is highly motivating for most
individuals. Bass & Dunteman undertook a study of the issue of motivation
classifying professionals into the following categories:
(i) Task-oriented;
(ii) Self-oriented;
(iii) Interaction oriented.
Write a descriptive note on each of the above-identified categories. Your answer
should clearly indicate the central motivation issue for each category. You should
also highlight the roles played by members of each category when involved in
software development. [9 Marks]
(b) Putting together a group that works effectively is a critical management task. A good
group has team spirit such that the members are motivated by the success of the
group as well as by their own personal goals. However, strong cohesive groups can
suffer from a number of problems, namely:
(i) Irrational resistance to leadership change;
(ii) Groupthink.
Write a brief note on each of the above-identified issues. [6 Marks]
(c) Write a detailed note on the chief programmer team, CPT, approach to software
development team organisation.
[5 marks]
