CENG352 DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Course Code:5710352
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:6.0
Department:Computer Engineering
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. FEHİME NİHAN ÇİÇEKLİ
Offered Semester:Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives

Students will learn

  • Relational data model and semi-structured data models
  • Advanced SQL mechanisms for relational databases
  • Relational Database Design Theory
  • SQL query processing algorithms and query optimization techniques
  • Transaction management and concurrency control
  • Crash recovery protocols
  • Database application development concepts

Course Content

Review of relational model of data,relational algebra, and SQL. Semi-structured data models. Relational database design theory. Query evaluation and optimization. Performance tuning. Transaction management, concurrency and crash recovery. Client-server architectures. NoSQL databases.




Course Learning Outcomes

  • Use advanced SQL DDL mechanisms for relational databases.
  • Identify anomalies in relational database schemas and solve via normalization 
  • Use transaction processing mechanisms in relational databases
  • Identify efficent query processing plans in relational databases
  • Design and implement complete stand-alone or web based database applications for a real-life data management problem

Program Outcomes Matrix

Contribution
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1An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies