Course Aims & Objectives:
The aim of this course is to introduce the fundamental concepts of storing and processing data on external storage media. The emphasis is on the use of files and databases. File organisation and management techniques are presented as the underlying physical structures supporting a data base system. Upon the completion, students will be able to understand the organisation and functionality of files and databases; manipulate file and database contents for information retrieval purposes.

Units: 3

Level: B3

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
Files principles and practices. Database concepts. Automatic text analysis.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Suggested lecture/tutorial/laboratory mix: 2 hrs lecture; 1 hr. tutorial.

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: 2 hours
Percentage of coursework, examination, etc.: 30% CW; 70% Exam
Grading pattern: Standard (A+AA-...F)
For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for the examination must be obtained.

Pre-requisite(s):  
CS2172 /or
CS2372 /or
CS2363 /or
CS2401 /or equivalent

Pre-cursor(s):  Nil

Equivalent Course(s):
*CS0482 Files and Databases (from the "old" curriculum)