Computer Science 345 - Pract & Appl of Data Managemnt

Computing has become data-driven, and databases are now at the heart of commercial applications. The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the use of data management systems within the context of various applications. Some of the covered topics include application-driven database design, schema refinement, implementation of basic transactions, data on the web, and data visualization.

COMPSCI 187 or ECE 242 w/ C 20 SEATS ARE RESERVED FOR JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES, AND FRESHMEN. 10 SEATS HELD FOR INFORMATICS (BDIC) MAJORS. STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE BASIC PROGRAMMING SKILLS, AND BE ABLE TO OCCASIONALLY USE LAPTOPS IN CLASS. STUDENTS WHO HAVE TAKEN COMPSCI 445 ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION (INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION IF NOT MEETING PREREQUISITE) MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES (FOR AVAILABLE SEATS) VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/overrides. COURSE NUMBER CHANGED FROM 390DB TO 345.