Science, Engineering and Technology

KXX131

2012  KXX131  Data Management

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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SPECIAL NOTE:  This unit is offered on the Cradle Coast Campus subject to a minimum enrolment quota.

OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KXX131 H,L Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 2 H On Campus 16-JUL-2012 10-AUG-2012 03-SEP-2012 20-OCT-2012 Sem 2 L On Campus 16-JUL-2012 10-AUG-2012 03-SEP-2012 20-OCT-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

Students will be introduced to concepts and techniques necessary for the effective organisation, manipulation (including efficient query and update), and analysis of shared data. Students will learn how to apply these concepts with an emphasis on relational databases. XML and SQL are introduced as commonly used languages to manage data. Database management approaches and functions are covered as well as some introductory database administration.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: In-semester assessment (30%), one 3-hour final examination (70%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 3 hours of lectures weekly (or equivalent), 1 hour tutorial weekly

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web dependent - H,L
Some parts of this unit will be taught online
   Resource supported teaching & learning - H,L
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options

REQUISITE INFO

M.Excl	KXT104
M.Excl	KXI102 or BSA102

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 2) will be available from mid April 2012

STAFF: To be announced

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