Relational Database Systems

Course code BIT795

This online course will provide you with an in-depth knowledge of relational databases and the skills required for developing a database to meet specified requirements. You will undertake a variety of practical exercises enabling them to apply the concepts and techniques associated with designing, building and managing databases.

How to enrol

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Level 7

Credits 30
Study type Trimester

EFTS 0.25
Availability

2018 :

Trimester 3 enrol by 21 Oct 2018 to start 29 Oct 2018
Delivery type

2018 :

Trimester 3 2018 Online only
Workload
Allow approximately 10-12 hours study time per week for each 20 credit course. This may be higher around assessment due dates or exam time.
Fees

2018 :

NZ students $1,248 + $60 annual administration fee
International students $3,853 + $60 annual administration fee
Prerequisites
- BIT692 Object-Oriented Java Programming
If you need to discuss prerequisites for this course contact us

Students who successfully complete this online course will be able to

Critically evaluate and discuss issues of database design, development, administration and management in the context of information systems and IT
Model E-R data using a relational model representation
Apply data modelling techniques using a Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tool
Apply the functions of Structured Query Language (SQL)
Systematically develop, implement, test and document a database solution to suit the information requirements of an enterprise

Assessment

This course is 100% internally assessed via three assignments.

Other requirements

Your course is delivered 100% online. To complete this course you will need access to a computer or device, broadband internet and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer/device or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.