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Introduction to Database Design (MS300)

Database design is crucial to effectively implement a relational database. In this course we discuss the parts of a database, how to model data, database construction, and developing a database in a business environment. These skills are fundamental to managing database backed websites, or any relational database application.
Outline
Week 1:
  • Describe and define Database Management System (DBMS)
  • List and evaluate database models
  • Describe the relational database model
  • Describe the role of databases in information management
Week 2:
  • Define business entities and business rules
  • Describe entities and tables
  • Describe attributes and columns
  • Understand data types
  • Understand relationships and cardinality
Week 3:
  • Understand Data Definition Language (DDL)
  • Understand Data Manipulation Language (DML)
  • Understand Data Query Language (DQL)
  • Undetstand the role of SQL in the relational database
  • Understand rudimentary SQL commands
  • Describe database construction methods
Week 4:
  • Understand primary keys
  • Understand surrogate and composite keys
  • Understand foreign keys
  • Understand normalization and normal forms
  • Understand denormalization
  • Identify and resolve anomalies
Week 5:
  • Understand entity relationship modeling
  • Create ER diagrams
  • Understand process modeling
  • Implement a database
Week 6:
  • Describe naming conventions
  • Understand indices
  • Understand the client/server model
  • Understand how databases are used with applications
  • Understand how databases are used with the web
  • List and evaluate common database application languages
Prerequisites
None
Requirements
Microsoft Access 97 or later, OR OpenOffice Base, OR Filemaker Pro. Note that OpenOffice Base is available as a free download.

Books:
Required Book: Databases Demystified

Additional information:

Your place in the course is confirmed by your payment. Introductory courses are intended for students with no experience in the subject matter and are seeking beginner level training.

Refund Policy: Please read our Terms and Refund Policy before registering for this course.

Additional Cost: Book and software might be required for the course. Read the Requirements and Book section for more information. Course fee does not include the book and software cost .

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Introduction to Database Design
Price: $180.00
Item No.: MS300
Instructor: Katharine Osborne
CEUs: 3
Duration: 6 weeks
Open Courses:
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Katharine Osborne has been a web developer since 1996, and a Unix administrator since 1995. She has been building database backed web applications since 1998 using MySQL, Perl, and PHP. Her teaching experience encompasses ecommerce, web development, programming, and database subjects at the University level. She now owns a web development consultancy helping small businesses establish and improve their web presence.
Before you register for this class, please read the Outline, Prerequisites, Requirements, Books, and Refund Policy sections carefully.
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  • "I enjoyed taking this course as it provided a great opportunity to get hands on experience in developing a database design from concept to established structure and learning the process over the 6 week instructional period.

    The instructor provided an excellent set of course notes which by far can provide a good level of instruction on its own. Her summplementary exercises relating to use of Access were lucid and I highly recommend this course to those interested in database design." - Dana Mah

  • "Being a graphic designer, with no experience in this area, I was concerned I would not be able to keep the pace with the class, but the instructor went beyond expectations to help me really understand and comprehend. Katharine is a excellent teacher and I really appreciate her extra support.
    Thank You. Julianna Farresta" - Julianna Farresta

  • "Wonderful way to learn new things. I appreciate all who coordinate this." - Martin Naugher

  • "Wonderful class. I learned alot in a short amount of time. I would recommend it for anyone wanting an understanding of database design." - Lisa Moll

  • "I enjoy the course. Katharine was helpful in giving comments on the assignments." - NORSHIDAH MOHAMED

  • "Instructor's response were prompt, clear, and detailed. She also provided excellent supplemental materials." - Renee Morris

  • "Wonderful class. Has given me the opportunity to move up at work. Thank you!" - Nichole Browning