Database Systems

AY2019/2020 Semester 2

This course aims to provide a good fundamental understanding of the theories and practices of database systems for various application domains, such as business, engineering, and manufacturing. It examines the full spectrum of database management: data modeling, logical and physical database design, query language, database administration, and offers an appreciation for more advanced database technologies, such as web databases, and data warehousing. Course content: Introduction to Database and Data Modelling. Logical Database Design and The Relational Model. The Structured Query Language (SQL). Physical Database Design. Database Administration. Client/Server Database. Data Warehousing.