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Explore database systems, schema design, normalization, querying, transactions, security, OLAP, and non-relational databases. Prepare for IS-related jobs with practical exercises and a guest speaker session.
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MIS 3500 Database Systems Course Summary Updated 2019
What We Have done • Explored Database Systems (Database, Data Base Management System) • Class Diagram (continuing on systems design & analysis course) • Schema (normalized tables diagram, 3NF) - new - in depth look at data modeling - data normalization, primary key design, PK-FK relationship
MESSAGES/TOPICS Databases are the kingin the IS world!
Get normal! MESSAGES/TOPICS • Topic #1: Normalization • What it is • Normal Forms • How to use in data modeling • Educational goals: A) Being able to read/improve schemas B) Being able create normalized schema from system requirements
MESSAGES/TOPICS Know your data! • Topic #2: Querying • Read/Write SQL • Exercise: class, homework, labs • Use: Project on system development
OTHER TOPICS • Database Transactions & Integrity • File Types and Access Methods • Forms and Reports • Transactions, Concurrent Access • DB System Recovery & Security • OLAP, Data Warehousing, Cubing • A look at non-relational/Big Data DB
STUDY METHODS • Class exercises (Read/Write, Analyze/Create): • Class Diagram & Schema • Indexes • Hands-on study (4 labs): • Normalization, Querying • MySQL – expanded SQL use beyond querying • System development with MS Access • SQL Server (self-study materials)
GUEST SPEAKER • Lazar Belos, Cybex Systems owner, developer: Analytics with latest Microsoft technologies
With MIS 3500 completed, you should have a solid basis for various IS-related jobs, to build on and expand in specific directions as your job will demand. See ya at the final exam on April 12, 9-1:30 am, 106 Drake