Semester: 2
ECTS: 5
Lectures: 30
Practice sessions: 30
Independent work: 90
Module Code: 24-000-0115
Semester: 2
ECTS: 5
Lectures: 30
Practice sessions: 30
Independent work: 90
Module Code: 24-000-0115

Module title:


Introduction to databases

Lecturers and associates:


Assistant Professor Mateo Sokač
Silvije Davila
Mario Fabijanić, Lecturer
Matija Kolarić
Aron Thompson

Module overview:


This module introduces students to concepts of relational databases and relational database management systems (RDBMS).

This module is core to the study programme and provides the foundation for database related modules that students of will take in the following semesters. Skills learnt in this module will contribute significantly to students’ development as professionals in respecting fields.

The module is taught in SQL programming language. The module assessment is based on solving a series of smaller practical tasks. Database design tasks are solved by using a defined tool for ER Modelling, whereas database querying tasks are solved by using a defined database client tool to connect to an actual database.


Literature:


1. Harrington, J. L. (2016) Relational Database Design and Implementation. 4th edn. Amsterdam: Elsevier Inc.