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.

Open to juniors and seniors in Computer Science or Informatics. COMPSCI 187/186/INFO 248 w/ C STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE BASIC PROGRAMMING SKILLS, AND BE ABLE TO USE LAPTOPS IN CLASS. STUDENTS WHO HAVE TAKEN COMPSCI 445 ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. RESERVED SEATS: ELIGIBLE STUDENTS MAY BE UNABLE TO ENROLL IN OPEN SEATS UNTIL THE RESERVE FOR INFORM MAJORS IS MET. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/overrides.