Database Design (5915.7)
Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
Bruce, Canberra UC College, Bruce, ACT |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Academic Program Area - Technology | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit introduces a practical approach to the development and design of database systems. The emphasis is placed on relational database management systems, their development and implementation in a modern organisational environment. The use of modern query languages for relational databases is discussed and experienced. Conceptual, logical and physical database design issues are also covered. Other topics include client server database computing and database administration issues.
This unit may be cotaught with 6672 Database Design G.
1. Demonstrate the ability to list, describe, and illustrate the steps in a database system development life cycle;
2. Illustrate the inputs and outputs in that process, with an emphasis on data modelling;
3. Acquire the fundamental skills to analyse data;
4. Develop an appropriate set of data models for relational database implementation; and
5. Demonstrate the use of the SQL language in a database server environment.
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
This unit may be cotaught with 6672 Database Design G.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate the ability to list, describe, and illustrate the steps in a database system development life cycle;
2. Illustrate the inputs and outputs in that process, with an emphasis on data modelling;
3. Acquire the fundamental skills to analyse data;
4. Develop an appropriate set of data models for relational database implementation; and
5. Demonstrate the use of the SQL language in a database server environment.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
6672 Database Design GEquivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Masoud Mohammadian |
| 2024 | UC College, Bruce, ACT | UC College Trimester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-Campus | Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat |
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Masoud Mohammadian |
| 2024 | UC College, Bruce, ACT | UC College Trimester 3 | 23 September 2024 | On-Campus | Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat |
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit
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