UPI Study Colleges Thomas Edison State University System Analysis and Design
Thomas Edison State University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 390

CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design at TESU.

Earn this Thomas Edison State University equivalency through UPI Study's System Analysis and Design — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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System Analysis and Design — transfers as CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design at Thomas Edison State University
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System Analysis and Design
Computer Science 390 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Thomas Edison State University recognizes as
CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CIS-2210
MSCHE accredited · Transcript sent directly to Thomas Edison State University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to TESU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of system analysis and design, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Apply systems analysis and design principles across software engineering and business domains, identifying and addressing problems through systematic analysis
  • Recognize the iterative nature of systems analysis and design lifecycles and implement theoretical knowledge in real-world business environments
  • Utilize tools and techniques for effective business analysis, including the roles and responsibilities of systems analysts within organizations
  • Assess and compare methodologies used in systems development — including Agile, iterative, spiral, and V-shaped models — and integrate them into the SDLC
  • Model system development processes using UML diagrams, data flow diagrams, use case diagrams, and object-oriented analysis and design techniques
  • Evaluate risk management, security management, and project management components including scheduling, quality assurance, and capacity planning in systems design
📚Major topics covered
Fundamentals of systems analysis and design Systems development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies Agile, iterative, spiral & V-shaped models Requirements gathering techniques Joint & Rapid Application Development (JAD/RAD) Business Process Modeling (BPM) UML models, use case & class diagrams Data flow diagrams (logical & physical) System design & universal design principles User interface & GUI design Systems architecture & service-oriented design Database design, schemas & normalization Risk management & information security Network security & cloud computing security Project management components & scheduling Quality assurance, capacity planning & Gantt charts Software testing, debugging & maintenance
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Thomas Edison State University's registrar. TESU applies the equivalency: CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design.

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Credits transferred
30
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15

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about System Analysis and Design → TESU.

📚 About System Analysis and Design
What is System Analysis and Design?
System Analysis and Design is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 390 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, in Software Engineering, Informatics, Information Technology, MIS, or Computer Science.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS or ACE credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design at TESU
Does Thomas Edison State University accept System Analysis and Design as a direct equivalent to their CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University, UPI Study's System Analysis and Design is recognized as a direct named equivalent of TESU's CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists System Analysis and Design as transferring as CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your TESU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design at TESU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design, TESU typically applies UPI Study's System Analysis and Design as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your TESU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design directly at TESU?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your TESU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while TESU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without TESU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at TESU to reduce overall program time.
Does Thomas Edison State University ever change which courses they accept as CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University explicitly lists System Analysis and Design → CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to TESU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my TESU degree?
Thomas Edison State University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 50 UPI Study courses are recognized by TESU under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at TESU.
Do I need to enroll at TESU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no TESU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to TESU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach TESU?
Once you complete System Analysis and Design, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Thomas Edison State University. TESU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding System Analysis and Design for your TESU credit.

What is System Analysis and Design?

System Analysis and Design is the study of how to understand a business or software problem, gather requirements, and plan a system that solves it. It focuses on the steps used to move from a need or idea to a working system, including analysis, modeling, design, and testing different development approaches such as Agile, spiral, iterative, and V-shaped methods.

How the course teaches you

This self-paced online course is organized around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading split as 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam. When you complete the course, the transcript credit can be sent to Thomas Edison State University, where it is recognized as CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design, a named course equivalency in TESU’s catalog.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical skills in analyzing problems, gathering requirements, and planning systems, which can help in both workplace projects and everyday decision-making. At Thomas Edison State University, this credit can fit into degree paths such as the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts, helping you move closer to a TESU program plan with a specific course already matched.

Skills you walk away with

Gather and document system requirementsCompare SDLC methods such as Agile, spiral, and V-shaped modelsCreate UML use case and class diagramsBuild logical and physical data flow diagramsAnalyze business processes using BPM techniquesApply system design and universal design principlesEvaluate risk, security, and project planning needs

Taking this course toward TESU

After you finish the course, the transcript is sent for transfer review and TESU applies the credit as CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design when the course matches the catalog equivalency. That named recognition matters because it can slot directly into your TESU degree plan instead of sitting as an undefined elective. TESU allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of a degree, so this course can be part of a larger transfer strategy. Because Thomas Edison State University also accepts ACE and NCCRS credit recommendations, students often use it to build efficiently toward a TESU program while leaving only the university’s remaining requirements to complete.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want a TESU course match they can use in a degree plan, especially if they are building credits toward Thomas Edison State University’s Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts. It is also useful for students who want a named equivalency, CIS-2210 – Systems Analysis and Design, rather than an elective-only result, while staying within TESU’s transfer limit of up to 90 credits. It is not the best choice for someone who needs a lab-based or hands-on technical course, since the transfer value here is tied to systems analysis and design content.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to TESU.

Thomas Edison State University has one of the most flexible transfer policies in the country and accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations. With a four-year institution's credits, you can fulfill all degree requirements except two required TESU courses.

What TESU offers UPI students
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations
Fulfill all but 2 required TESU courses
No minimum GPA requirement
Built for adult & working learners
The numbers
90 credits
Max from noncollegiate sources (ACE/NCCRS)
100+
Areas of study to choose from

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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