Computer Science Department
IT360: Applied Database Systems (2-2-3) –
Spring 2013
http://www.usna.edu/Users/cs/adina/teaching/it360/spring2013
Instructors:
Dr. Adina Crainiceanu, Phone x3-6822,
MI362, adina@usna.edu
Course Description:
This
course will introduce the principles underlying Database Management Systems
(DBMS) with a special emphasis on database management system structure and
function when integrated with web-based database applications.
Learning Objectives:
Upon
completing this course, students should be able to
1.
Explain the main
advantages of modern database management systems over file systems.
2.
Design, create,
and query relational databases to satisfy user requirements.
3.
Design, build and
deploy database-backed applications with dynamic website front-end.
4.
Implement data
access control mechanisms for database and application security.
5.
Analyze the
ethical issues and responsibilities related to records management and its
impact on privacy, discrimination, etc. and its local and global impact on
society.
ABET Program Outcomes:
e.
An understanding of ethical issues and responsibilities; (Supported by Learning
Objective 5)
g.
An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on society;
(Supported by Learning Objective 5)
IT-j. An ability to use and apply current technical
concepts and practices in the core information technologies (Supported by
Learning Objective 3)
IT-k. An ability to identify and analyze user needs and
take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and
administration of computer-based systems (Supported by Learning Objective 2)
IT-l. An ability
to effectively integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment
(Supported by Learning Objective 2 and 4)
Textbooks:
Recommended:
Database Processing 11/E: Kroenke & Auer,
Prentice Hall 2010
Recommended:
PHP and MySQL Web Development, Fourth Edition, L
Welling and L Thomson, 2009
Prerequisites:
IC312 Data Structures
IT350 Web and Internet Programming
Extra Instruction (EI):
EI
is available and encouraged. Since this course continually builds upon material
previously presented, it is crucial that you seek EI as soon as you have
problems understanding the material. However, you must come prepared with specific
questions or areas to be discussed (i.e. have read the assigned readings). If
you have missed class, get the notes from a classmate. Do not ask or expect to
receive EI on material that you have slept through.
Grading:
|
|
6-Week |
12-Week |
Final |
|
Exam 1 |
50% |
25% |
15% |
|
Exam 2 |
|
35% |
15% |
|
Homework, Quizzes |
15% |
10% |
9% |
|
Labs |
35% |
30% |
21% |
|
Projects |
|
17% |
|
|
Final Exam |
|
|
23% |
Projects:
There will be one group project, with two major
parts, assigned throughout the semester.
Project must be completed entirely by the students making the submission.
The project grade will be based upon the instructor’s estimation of the group’s
collective results, adjusted for each team member based upon the other group
members’ estimation of the individual’s teamwork and contribution.
Exams:
The 6 and 12-week exams will
primarily focus on the recent material. The final exam will be comprehensive.
If for some reason a make-up exam will be required, inform the instructor at
least 1 week in advance.
All exams will be closed
books, closed notes. Students will be
allowed to bring individually prepared "study sheets" with anything
written on it (1 for the 6-week exam, 2 for the 12-week exam, 3 for final)..
Use of any electronic
devices is not permitted during the exams.
Quizzes:
Expect frequent quizzes. Quizzes may be open or closed book/notes, as announced.
Late Assignments:
Unless
otherwise specified, all assignments are due electronically at 2359 on the due
date, and paper copies before the beginning of class on the next day. Paper and
electronic copies must exactly match. If there is no class on the next day, the
assignments are due at 0800, under the instructor’s office door.
Late penalty: 10% first business day (rounded up), 25% second
business day (rounded up), not accepted if more that 2 days late.
Honor:
You
are expected to follow the guidance given in:
These references can be
found at http://www.usna.edu/cs/resources/honor.htm.
In
particular:
1.
You may collaborate on laboratory assignments to the following extent: collaborative conversations with regard to
syntax, strategies and methods for accomplishing the goal of the labs are
encouraged; however design and
implementation must be the work of the individual student handing in the final
product (no line-by-line collaboration). Sharing or copying of any
submitted work is never permitted. We reserve the right to divide the grade
between any students who violate this policy.
In addition, you must identify all those that you collaborate with on
your assignment cover sheet. Consult
your instructor if you need further clarification.
2. All work on exams/quizzes
must be your own.
3.
All work on the projects must be the work of the students in the team making
the submission.
Classroom Decorum:
1. No food or smokeless tobacco is permitted in the
classroom or in the labs. Drinks with closeable caps are permitted.
2. Sleeping is not allowed in class. If you feel you may
fall asleep at your desk, stand in the back of the room.
3. No use of computer equipment for any purpose other
than as outlined in the class activity will be tolerated, i.e. reading e-mail,
playing games, or IMing classmates. These actions will subject the abuser to
immediate dismissal from class to report to their Company Officer.
Miscellaneous:
1.
2. Please inform the instructor in advance if you will
miss class (for instance, due to a movement order).
Submitted
by: Approved
by:
__________________ __________________
Dr.
Adina Crainiceanu Dr.
Steve Miner
Assistant
Professor Chair