Databases
information systems

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

a) Identify the problems of data management in computer systems.
b) Discuss the need to use Database Management Systems (DBMS).
c) Demonstrate the capabilities of such systems and its application to problems of organizations.
d) Analyze the technologies inherent to these systems.
e) Design a relational database, based on its fundamental principles.

The program covers the following topics:

1) Introduction to Databases and their place in the area of Information Systems.
2) Database Management Systems (DBMS).
3) Design of Relational Databases.
4) Technological aspects of Databases.
5) Application of DBMS in an organization.
6) Data and information on the Web.

• Principal: R. Ramakrishnan and J. Gehrke, Database Management Systems, 3rd ed., McGraw Hill, New York, NY, USA, 2003.
• Secundária: A. Silberchatz, H.F. Korth and S. Sudarshan, Database System Concepts, 5th ed., McGraw Hill, New York, NY, USA, 2005.

E-learning

Evaluation is made on individual basis and it involves the coexistence of two modes: continuous assessment (60%) and final evaluation (40%). Further information is detailed in the Learning Agreement of the course unit.