Course Description


LIS 9731A-650 (Fall 2021)   Database Management Systems

Instructor: C. McClellan

Course Description
Data modelling and database structures and their application to information retrieval and processing. Analysis of data requirements and implementation of systems using a relational DBMS. Mounting a database on the Web. Programming or scripting for database applications.

Course Syllabi for LIS 9731A-650 (Fall 2021)
The syllabi for this course is a PDF file that requires a FIMS account to view

Prerequisites: Knowledge of database software and basic HTML coding.

0.5 course

Mandatory synchronous small-group sessions, and other synchronous activities, will happen throughout the course Tuesdays 10:00 – 11:30 am, OR 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Program Content Areas
Information and Communication Technology

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of readings, assignments and class participation, students will be able to:
1. Understand data modelling and database structures and their application to information retrieval and processing (PLLO 6)

2. Analyze data requirements and implementation of systems by means of a relational database management system (PLLO 6, 8)

3. Understand the concepts of Web access to databases and have the basic skills of mounting a database on the Web (PLLO 4, 6)

MLIS Program Level Learning Outcomes
MLIS Program Goals and Objectives

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