TROY UNIVERSITY
MASTER SYLLABUS
SORRELL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
IS 3346
Database Management Systems I
Prerequisites
IS 2241, IS 3310, or consent of instructor
Vision Statement
The Sorrell College of Business will be a recognized and respected leader for quality and
flexibility in the delivery of business education that prepares graduates to succeed in the
global business environment.
Mission Statement
The Sorrell College of Business supports the Troy University mission by preparing our
diverse student body to become ethical professionals equipped to compete in the global
business environment. To achieve this, our faculty, staff, and administration will:
1) provide quality education in global business through our undergraduate and
graduate programs, delivered around the world through face-to-face and online
environments, to traditional, non-traditional, military, and international
students;
2) contribute to the development and application of knowledge focused on applied
business, learning, and pedagogical research;
3) provide service to the University, business and professional organizations, and
our communities through individual involvement, business outreach, and our
centers for research.
Master Syllabi are developed by the senior faculty in each business discipline. This Master Syllabus must be used as the basis for developing the
instructor syllabus for this course, which must also comply with the content specifications outlined in the Troy University Faculty Handbook.
The objectives included on this Master Syllabus must be included among the objectives on the instructor’s syllabus, which may expand upon the
same as the instructor sees fit. The statement of purpose seeks to position the course properly within the curriculum and should be consulted by
faculty as a source of advisement guidance. Specific choice of text and other details are further subject to Program Coordinator guidance.
1 August 2005
Master Syllabus: IS 3346
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Description
This course is an introduction to database management systems (DBMS) and design via
conceptual, logical, and physical modeling techniques. Emphasis is on relational DBMS,
including modeling organizational data, representation of data relationships, data
definition and manipulation, database design and normalization concepts, database
generation, and database administration.
Objectives
On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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List and describe the advantages of a relational DBMS compared to other data
stores.
List and describe the components of a relational DBMS.
Use design tools to create and reverse-engineer a relational DBMS prototype.
Use data definition language (DDL) and a graphical user interface (GUI) to create
and delete relational DBMS objects.
Use data manipulation language (DML) and a GUI to create queries and views for
input, output, and data modification.
Purpose
To introduce data and DBMS in a business environment, including how data are
organized and managed by relational DBMS, and how to design, create, and maintain a
relational DBMS.
Approved Texts
Hoffer, Ramesh, & Topi. (2012 or current). Modern Database Management (11th ed.).
Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall
Coronel, Morris, and Rob, (2011 or current) Database Systems: Design, Implementation
and Management (9th ed), Course Technology.
Troy University Faculty Handbook (2010): Section 3.9.2.8 [extract] — essential elements of the syllabus (somewhat modified for space):
1. Course title
2. Course number +
section
3. Term
4. Instructor
5. Prerequisites
6. Office hours
7. Class days, times
8. Classroom
location
9. Office location +
e-mail address
10. Office telephone
11. Course
description,
objectives
12. Text(s)
13. Other materials
14. Grading methods, 16. General supports
criterion weights,
(computer works,
make-up policy,
writing center)
mid-term grade
17. Daily assignments,
reports
holidays, add/drop
15. Procedure, course
& open dates, dead
requirements
day, final exam
18. ADA statement
19. Electronic device
statement
20. Additional
services,
statements
21. Absence policy
22. Incomplete-work
policy
23. Cheating policy
24. Specialization
requirements
(certification,
licensure, teacher
competencies)
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Supplements
Bordoloi & Bock. SQL for SQL Server. (2005 or current). Prentice Hall. (Updated
chapters 1-6 available at no charge to Troy University students in e-book.)
- OR Shikha and Richard, (2011 or current). Essential SQL on SQL Server 2008, Jones and
Barrlett.
As deemed appropriate.
Troy University Faculty Handbook (2010): Section 3.9.2.8 [extract] — essential elements of the syllabus (somewhat modified for space):
1. Course title
2. Course number +
section
3. Term
4. Instructor
5. Prerequisites
6. Office hours
7. Class days, times
8. Classroom
location
9. Office location +
e-mail address
10. Office telephone
11. Course
description,
objectives
12. Text(s)
13. Other materials
14. Grading methods, 16. General supports
criterion weights,
(computer works,
make-up policy,
writing center)
mid-term grade
17. Daily assignments,
reports
holidays, add/drop
15. Procedure, course
& open dates, dead
requirements
day, final exam
18. ADA statement
19. Electronic device
statement
20. Additional
services,
statements
21. Absence policy
22. Incomplete-work
policy
23. Cheating policy
24. Specialization
requirements
(certification,
licensure, teacher
competencies)