ITS 129 - Introduction to Databases

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Kapiolani Community College

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3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Qualification for ENG 22 or ESOL 94 or higher; qualification for MATH 24 or higher. Comment: ITS 129 was formerly ITS 113. ITS 129 is an introduction to databases. The course covers the tools needed to query and modify database objects. The course also introduces the student to database design concepts. A substantial part of the course involves the understanding of the relationship between databases, tables, records and fields. The course includes hands-on use in a computer environment that provides the students with experience designing, creating, and manipulating a database using the appropriate information technology tools. Upon successful completion of ITS 129, the student should be able to: Define a relational database Define common database terminology such as tables, records, fields, keys, views and relationships Describe the database design process Define advantages of good database design Define a database and describe the main logical differences between traditional files and databases Define a database management system (DBMS) and describe relationships of DBMS to a database and to users Use Structured Query Language to manipulate data Identify SQL standards Design simple relational database with proper documentation Create a database schema Work effectively in teams Manage projects.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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