Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2024 - CMPT 354 E100

Database Systems I (3)

Class Number: 6277

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2024: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Oct 15, 2024: Tue, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2024: Thu, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    CMPT 225 and (MACM 101 or (ENSC 251 and ENSC 252)), all with a minimum grade of C-.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Logical representations of data records. Data models. Studies of some popular file and database systems. Document retrieval. Other related issues such as database administration, data dictionary and security.

COURSE DETAILS:

Almost all organizations maintain their data using a database management system (DBMS). This course provides an introduction to DBMS. We focus on the most widely used model: the relational data model. Students will become familiar with the design of database applications and use of databases. We study design tools, database modeling and query languages, including the Structured Query Language (SQL).

Topics

  • Relational data model
  • Relational algebra
  • Introduction to SQL
  • SQL: queries
  • SQL: modifications and transactions
  • SQL: constraints and triggers
  • Indexes
  • Database design theory
  • Database applications development
  • Data Warehousing and OLAP
  • Data Mining

Grading

  • Assignments 40%
  • Midterm exam 20%
  • Final exam 40%

NOTES:

Grading scheme to be finalized in the first week of classes. Students must attain an overall passing grade on the weighted average of exams in the course in order to obtain a clear pass (C- or better).

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

There will be two types of assignments, paper and pencil assignements that prepare for the exams, and  programming assignments, giving practical experience with Microsoft SQL Server.

RECOMMENDED READING:

Database Systems The Complete Book, 2nd Edition
Hector Garcia-Molina, Jeffrey D.Ullman, Jennifer Widom,
Prentice Hall, 2009,
ISBN: 9780131873254

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.