Geography 5340 Fundamentals of Database Design and Development

Through readings, discussions, computer exercises, and projects, students will examine the principles of database design; design elements; graphic, topological and tabular data structures; record and file formats; file organization and indexing; and hierarchical DBMSs. The principles and rules for relational, topological and object-oriented DBMSs, will also be addressed along with the development and amendment of prototype systems to meet user needs, specifications and predefined standards of design, testing, and overall documentation. Student projects will include constructing a variety of databases and demonstrating their operation. Students enrolled in this course must have access to or purchase the following software: ESRI's ArcView 9.x One Year Student License with Extensions. This software may be purchased for $100 from Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) by calling 1-800-447-9778 if proof of enrollment is provided The course is facilitated through WebCT. Prerequisite: GEOG 5310 or consent of instructor.