This course covers the practice of data analysis and logical database design from User View requirements gathering to logical database specification and processing using SQL for business applications. Normalization and Entity Relationship modeling are the two primary methods of analysis taught in the course. In addition to weekly design labs, the course will include a design project which will help students develop the necessary knowledge and skills required to function as data analysts and data base designers. The course will utilize state of the art data base design tools and relational database software. Lect: 2 hrs./Lab: 1 hr. Prerequisite: ITM 305, Antirequisites: AIM 205, BIS 607 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
