The database field subject is used for how to use computers to store and manage large quantities of data. This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of the current theory and practice of database, which in turn will help them to fully appreciate their nature. The course also provides a solid technical overview of database systems, using a current database product as a case study. In addition to technical concerns, these include data independence, integrity, security, recovery, performance, database design principles, and database administration.
The course will cover the principles and practical solutions for storage and retrieval of information using a computer system, and with an emphasis both on the use of relational database management systems.
At the completion of this course, students should be able to do the following: