Classifier (Uml)

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A classifier is a category of Unified Modeling Language (UML) elements that have some common features, such as attributes or methods.[1]

Overview

A classifier is an abstract metaclass classification concept that serves as a mechanism to show interfaces, classes, datatypes and components.

A classifier describes a set of instances that have common behavioral and structural features (operations and attributes, respectively).

A classifier is a namespace whose members can specify a generalization hierarchy by referencing its general classifiers.

A classifier is a type and can own generalizations, thereby making it possible to define generalization relationships to other classifiers.

A classifier is a redefinable element, as it is possible to redefine nested classifiers.

All objects that can have instances are classifiers.

Important aspects

  • A classifier defines a namespace.
  • A classifier contains a set of features.
  • A classifier is generalizable.

Types of UML classifiers

  • Class
  • Component
  • Datatype
  • Interface
  • Node
  • Signal
  • Subsystem
  • Use Case

Predefined UML classifiers

References






Categories: [Unified Modeling Language]


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