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INFT2040

Database Management Systems

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 1
OurimbahSemester 1
UoN SingaporeTrimester 1, Trimester 3

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the use of databases and database management systems in information technology applications. The logical design, physical design and implementation of relational databases are covered.

Objectives
On completion of this course students will have the ability to:
1. Understand and evaluate the role of database management systems in information technology applications within organisations;
2. Recognise and use contemporary logical design methods and tools for databases;
3. Derive a physical design for a database from its logical design;
4. Implement a database solution to an information technology problem;
5. Understand the SQL data definition and SQL query languages;
6. Utilise modern ‘windows’ based virtual interfaces to generate complex SQL statements;
7. Develop sophisticated queries to extract information from large datasets.
Content
Topics will generally include:

1. The role of databases and database management systems.
2. Algebra and the relational database.
3. Logical design of databases.
4. Physical design of databases.
5. The SQL Data Definition (DDL) and Data Manipulation (DML) language.
Replacing Course(s)
N/A
Transition
N/A
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
SENG1110 or INFT1004 or INFT1001 or equivalent.
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Computer Lab
Assessment Items
Examination: Class
Class test.
Essays / Written Assignments
Assignment work which may be divided into separate assignments or be given as a single multi-part assignment.
Examination: Formal
Contact Hours
Computer Lab: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for INFT2040