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This course covers fundamental concepts of database systems. These concepts include database modeling and design, relational databases, querying and SQL, query optimization, data storage, transactions, database system architectures, data mining and warehousing techniques, recovery, privacy, integrity, and security.
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the course covers the following topics: 1. Fundamentals of
Database Systems, 7th Edition,
Elmasri Navathe,
Addison-Wesley, 2015. 2. Oracle 9i
Programming: A Primer, Rajshekhar
Sunderraman, 2004. There will be three project assignments. The projects are an important part of the course and you will be given details in PSOs. You will learn to use and build components of a database system. There will be seven homework assignments, a midterm, and a final. The final exam will be cumulative. The final grade
will be based upon the following: Programming/Project
Assignments 30% Homework
Assignments 15% Midterm 25% Final 25% Class
Contribution 5% Grading
assignment policy a) Class contributions (e.g., class attendance and participation, discussions, asking/replying questions in class, meetings with TA/professor to discuss course material, contributing to Piazza etc.) .... (5% of grade) You should attend all classes for highest class contribution credit. b)
The range of scores for a grade are approximately as follows: ( >97%:
A+, 94-97: A, 89-93: A-) ( >87%:
B+, 83-86: B, 80-82: B-) ( >77%:
C+, 73-76: C, 70-72: C-) ( >67%:
D+, 60-66 D) c) If
you do not do the projects or home works, you will get an F. Penalty for late homework is 10% for
each class day after due date. Problems on grading of
assignments/exams/projects must be resolved within one week
after the graded work is returned/project score is posted. The
grades will not be modified after the one week time period. Absence from
Class You must attend all classes. Absence in
five or more classes will lower your final grade. Purdue's Honor Pledge This class will follow Purdue's Honor Pledge. CAPS Information Purdue University is committed to advancing the mental health and well-being of its students. If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed, depressed, and/or in need of support, services are available. For help, such individuals should contact Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at (765)494-6995 and CAPS during and after hours, on weekends and holidays, or through its counselors physically located in the Purdue University Student Health Center (PUSH) during business hours. Disability Resource Center The Disability Resource Center (DRC) is a resource for students and instructors. Students may present a “Letter of Accommodation” to me at any point in the semester. In many cases the DRC can partner with the instructor to develop inclusive teaching strategies that benefit all students in the class. I am committed to accommodate you.
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