Morehead State University
College of Business and Public Affairs
School of Business Administration
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Spring 2011
3 credit hours
Instructor:
Office:
Phone:
E-mail:
Office hours:
Dr. Sam Nataraj
Combs 218
783-9349
s.nataraj@moreheadstate.edu
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Mon, Wed, Fri1
02:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Wed
And by Appointment
Focus on the overall management of data needs of an organization and on the design and
development of database applications. Coverage of database design concepts and
procedures. Examination of dominant database models, emphasizing the relational model.
Principles and techniques of logical database design. Introduction to physical representation
and storage of data in a computer system. DBMS tools to retrieve and manipulate data.
This course is designed to give students a solid foundation in practical database design and
implementation. The course provides in-depth coverage of database design, demonstrating
that the key to successful database implementation is in proper design of databases to fit
within a larger strategic view of the data environment. With a strong hands-on component
that includes real-world examples and exercises, this course will help students develop
database design skills that have valuable and meaningful application in the real world.
Specific topic coverage includes:
 SLO1-Database Systems
 SLO2-Data Models
 SLO3-The Relational Database Model
 SLO4-Entity Relationship (ER) Modeling
 SLO5-Normalization of Database Tables
 SLO6-Advanced Data Modeling
 SLO7-Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL)
 SLO8-Transaction Management and Concurrency Control
 SLO9-Database Performance Tuning and Query Optimization
 SLO10-Distributed Database Management Systems
 SLO10-Business Intelligence and Data Warehouses
 SLO12-Database Administration and Security
(1) Concepts of Database Management, Sixth Edition, Philip J. Pratt and Joseph J.
Adamski, Course Technology 2008
(2) Pratt & Last, A Guide to MySQL, Course Technology, Incorporated, 2006,
ISBN 1-4188-3635-4
The first book will be referred to as “Text” book. The second book will be referred to as
“SQL” book.
Textbook readings will help to convey the main body of knowledge and to stimulate the
desired critical thinking. The instructor will serve as catalyst, facilitator and evaluator in a
collaborative learning experience. The most effective learning will result from your
involvement in critical thinking through your research paper
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Check the Blackboard site at least once every day
Keep up with the reading schedule
Keep up with the research paper schedule
Do not miss the exams
Do not submit your research paper after the deadline
Student’s understanding of the subject material and their creative skills in applying the
materials will be evaluated by four exams and a research paper.
3 exams – concepts (open book) @ 20% each =
60%
2 exams – SQL (open book) @ 20% each
=
40%
TOTAL
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100 %
Exam One
Exam Two
Exam Three
Term Paper
SLO1
SLO2
SLO3
SLO4
SLO5
SLO6
SLO7
SLO8
SLO9
SLO10
SLO11
SLO12
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Emergency response information will be discussed in class. Students should familiarize
themselves with the nearest exit routes in the event evacuation becomes necessary. You
should notify your instructor at the beginning of the semester if you have special needs or
will require assistance during an emergency evacuation. Students should familiarize
themselves with emergency response protocols at www.moreheadstate.edu/emergency.
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Cheating, fabrication, plagiarism or helping others to commit these acts will not be
tolerated. Academic dishonesty will result in severe disciplinary action including, but not
limited to, failure of the student assessment item or course, and/or dismissal from MSU.
If you are not sure what constitutes academic dishonesty, read The Eagle: Student
Handbook or ask your instructor. The policy is located at
http://www.moreheadstate.edu/files/units/dsl/eaglehandbook/studenthandbook200809.pdf [pgs.11 & 39]. For example: Copying information from the Internet is plagiarism if
appropriate credit is not given.
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Professional staff from MSU Academic Services Center (ASC) coordinates efforts
to address accessibility needs and class accommodations with instructors of
students who have learning or physical disabilities. Faculty will cooperate with the
ASC staff to accommodate the needs of students taking departmental courses.
If you have any questions contact the following office:
Disability Services Coordinator in the Office of Academic and Career Services, 223
Allie Young Hall, 606-783-5188. Please ask for Evangeline Day.
Wk#
Week of:
Reading Assignment Text
book
Reading Assignment
SQL book
1
Monday, January 17, 2011
C1
C1
2
Monday, January 24, 2011
C2
3
Monday, January 31, 2011
C3
4
Monday, February 07, 2011
TEST ONE - Text
5
Monday, February 14, 2011
C4
6
Monday, February 21, 2011
C5
7
Monday, February 28, 2011
C6
C4
8
Monday, March 07, 2011
TEST TWO - Text
TEST ONE - SQL
9
Monday, March 14, 2011
C7
C5
C8
C6
C9
C7
10
SPRING BREAK
11
Monday, March 28, 2011
12
Monday, April 04, 2011
13
Monday, April 11, 2011
14
Monday, April 18, 2011
15
Monday, April 25, 2011
16
Monday, May 02, 2011
C2
C3
C8
TEST THREE - Text
TEST TWO - SQL