COMPGC06 - Database Systems

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Code
COMPGC06 (Also taught as: COMP3013 Database and Information Management Systems)
Year
MSc
Prerequisites
GC04
Term
2
Taught By
John Dowell (50%)
Graham Roberts (50%)
Aims
This module builds on the introduction to relational databases course in COMP2008/GC04. It covers advanced data modelling and database development methodology, the techniques exploited by relational database technologies relating in particular to query processing and transaction management, and post relational database technologies including object oriented databases and web databases. The coursework is an interesting group project lasting the duration of the term and building a web facing database system using very contemporary technologies.
Learning Outcomes
Understanding of the theory, methods and technologies of relational databases and their development. Competence with SQL and in building web facing database systems. Understanding of application issues and current trends in database technologies.

Content:

1
Database development: framework and techniques
2
SQL and query processing
3
Transaction management
4
Architecture of relational database management systems
5
Post-relational databases and their applications
6
Web and database management systems
7
Business intelligence

Method of Instruction:

Each week student will attend two 'theory' lectures, and one 'lab' lecture (where they will learn how to use the technologies needed for the coursework). They will also attend one group session in the lab and a tutorial class to support the theory lectures.

Assessment:

The course has the following assessment components:

  • Written Examination (2.5 hours, 70%)
  • Coursework Section (1 piece, 30%)

To pass this course, students must:

  • Obtain an overall pass mark of 50% for all sections combined

The examination rubric is:
Answer any 3 Questions out of 5. All questions carry equal marks.

Resources:

Database systems: A practical guide to design, implementation and management, 3rd edition, Connolly/Begg, Addion Wesley, ISBN:

0-201-70857-4

A comprehensive set of learning materials for the module are provided through moodle (UCL's e-learning environment)

Link to Moodle

 
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