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AC52001 Database Systems
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Dr Iain Murray
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This course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the various database architectures, and teach the theory and practice of database design. We will study the relational model of databases, both from the theoretical standpoint of understanding why it has become so important, and from the more practical standpoint of how to design and build a database using this model. Practical illustration of theory is given throughout the course. The database engine that will be used will be primarily MySQL; however alternative relational databases will be discussed. Alternative database topics, including data warehouses, OLAP and data mining will also be covered. The aim is to give you a sound understanding of the principles of database design and for you to develop the ability to employ this understanding in building databases which will work correctly and efficiently in a real-world context. Normally, you will attend all lectures and one 2-hour lab session per week for the duration of the course, and submit both of the coursework assignments. Teaching will be by lecture, practical laboratory, and tutorial. Laboratory practicals are held in the Queen Mother Building ground floor laboratories.
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