NCHU Course Outline
Course Name (中) 資料庫管理系統導論(3286)
(Eng.) Introduction to Database Management System
Offering Dept Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Course Type Elective Credits 3 Teacher Jason Lin
Department Department of Computer Science and Engineering/Undergraduate Language 中/英文 Semester 2025-FALL
Course Description This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of database management systems. Topics include the core functions and components of database systems, various data models, design principles, query languages, data processing techniques, and real-world applications. Students will gain a solid foundation in database design and management, preparing them for further exploration into more advanced topics in database systems and their applications.
Prerequisites
self-directed learning in the course Y
Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives
Course Objectives Competency Indicators Ratio(%) Teaching Methods Assessment Methods
The primary goal of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental principles of database management systems. Students will develop an understanding of the key functions, architecture, and components of these systems. The course will also cover essential topics such as data models (including ER and relational models), query languages (primarily SQL), and the design processes involved in building and managing databases. By the end of the course, students will have the foundational knowledge required to work with and design functional database systems.
1.Having abilities on computer science literacy, information theory, and mathematical analysis.
3.Having abilities of analyzing, designing, and implementing IT software systems.
4.Having abilities of analyzing, designing, and integrating IT application systems.
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40
35
Discussion
Lecturing
Written Presentation
Attendance
Quiz
Oral Presentation
Internship
Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule
Week Course Content
Week 1 Overview of Database Systems
Week 2 Introduction to Relational Model
Week 3 Structured Query Language
Week 4 Structured Query Language
Week 5 Structured Query Language
Week 6 Structured Query Language
Week 7 Entity–Relationship Model
Week 8 Entity–Relationship Model
Week 9 Final Project Proposal (Midterm)
Week 10 Database Normalization Theory
Week 11 Database Normalization Theory
Week 12 Database Storage Structures
Week 13 Object-Based Databases
Week 14 XML (XPath and XQuery)
Week 15 Final Project Presentation
Week 16 Final Exam
self-directed
learning
   03.Preparing presentations or reports related to industry and academia.

Evaluation
Attendance: 10%
- Roll call, class participation, or simply for extra credit.
Pop Quiz: 30%
- Approximately 5 to 6 in-class quizzes.
Final Project: 35%
- Group project for implementing a database application.
Final Comprehensive Exam: 25%
- Closed-book written exam.
Textbook & other References
Avi Silberschatz, Henry F. Korth, and S. Sudarshan, Database System Concepts, 7th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2019.
Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website
Please refer to iLearning 3.0
Office Hours
Wednesdays 14:00-15:00
Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs(Link URL)
03.Preparing presentations or reports related to industry and academia.
   09.Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
include experience courses:Y
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