Jordan University of Science & Technology
Faculty of Computer & Information Technology
Department of Computer Information Systems
Year:
2007/2008
Semester:
1
Course Information
Course Title
Database Applications
Course Number
421
Prerequisites
CIS 328 (Database Systems)
Course Website
www.just.edu.jo/~Eyad
Mr. Eyad Alshareef
Instructor
Office Location
Ph4 Level 0
Office Phone
7201000
Ext. 23917
(1-2) Sun,Thu,Thr
Office Hours
E-mail
Eyadsd@just.edu.jo
Teaching Assistant
Text Book
Title
Guide to Oracle 10g
Author(s)
Joline Morrison, Mike Morrison
Publisher
COURSE TECHNOLOGY THOMSON LEARNING
Year
2006
Edition
Book Website
References
www.course.com
Oracle manuals
Assessment Policy
Assessment Type
Expected Due Date
Weight
First Exam
TBD
20%
Second Exam
TBD
20%
Lab
TBD
15%
Quizzes
TBD
TBD
5%
Final
Total
40%
100%
The Goal
Implement Database applications under Oracle10g
Course Objectives
Weights
1. creating and modifying database objects(DDL)
(12%)
2. using Oracle to insert, update, delete data(DML)
(12%)
3. control database transactions and user access
(7%)
4. using PL/SQL
(30%)
5. working with forms
(30%)
6. Working with reports
(9%)
Course Content
Week
1
2
3&4
4&5&6
6&7
8&9
10 & 11
12
13
Topics
Introduction to Oracle: SQL and PL/SQL
Introduction
Creating and Modifying Database Tables
Using SQL to insert, update, delete, and view
data
Introduction to PL/SQL
Develop PL/SQL Program Units
Advanced PL/SQL Programming
Oracle Developer – Forms
Introduction to Forms Builder
Creating Custom Forms
Advanced Form Builder Topics
Oracle Developer – Reports
Creating Database Reports
Chapter in Text
1
2
3
4
9
5
6
10
7
Teaching & Learning Methods
 This
course will be taught in LAB6 to gain hands on experience.
 There
should be a PC (with Oracle 10g installed) for every student.
There
will be a 3-hour lab to reinforce the fundamental concepts.
Please
see the TAs to sign for a date.
Class
lectures, Lab sessions, and project are designed to achieve the course
objectives.
You should read the assigned chapters before class, complete assignments on
time, participate in class and do whatever it takes for you to grasp this material. Ask
questions. Ask lots of questions.
 You are responsible for all material covered in the class.
Please
communicate any concerns or issues as soon as practical either in class, by
phone or by Email.
The
web page is a primary communication vehicle. Lecture notes will be available
before each class. It will contain assignments, study guides, and important
instructions
Additional Notes
Exams
The format for the exams is generally (but NOT always) as
follows: Multiple-choice, write SQL statements, build a
form, or build a report.
Commonly, the first and the second exams are online, and
the final exam could be essay or online.
To make sure you pass the exams, you should do the
assignments by yourself.
Grades will not be given out via e-mail
Makeup
Exams
Makeup exam should not be given unless there is a valid
excuse that is approved from the Dean.
Arrangements to take an exam at a time different than the
one scheduled MUST be made prior to the scheduled
exam time.
Drop Date
Last day to drop the course is before the twelve (12th) week
of the current semester.
Cheating
Cheating or copying from neighbor on exam, quiz, or
homework is an illegal and unethical activity.
Standard JUST policy will be applied.
All graded assignments must be your own work (your own
words).
Some of the assignments (programming or homework)
may be graded orally.
Excellent attendance is expected.
The attendance will be taken at the beginning of each
lecture.
Attendance
JUST policy requires the faculty member to assign ZERO
grade (35) if a student misses 10% of the classes that are
not excused. This means that the maximum number of
missed lectures without excuse is 6 lectures.
If you miss class, it is your responsibility to find out about
any announcements or assignments you may have missed.
Workload
Average work-load student should expect to spend is 5-7
hours/week
Graded
Exams
Instructor should return exam papers graded to students
not after the week after the exam date.
Participation in, and contribution to class discussions will
affect your final grade positively. Raise your hand if you
have any question.
Making any kind of disruption and (side talks) in the class
will affect you negatively.
Participation
Lab
Finally
There will be a 3-hour lab each week as scheduled.
Register using the following website:
www.cit.just.edu.jo
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Make backups of all of your work.