FI2BEDT75 Database Technologies
FI2BEDT75 Database Technologies
- Course description
- Course CodeFI2BEDT75
- Level of Study5.2
- Program of StudyBack-End Development 2
- Credits7.5
- Study Plan CoordinatorFrederick Johannes Botha, Joshua Wiggill
This course aims to teach candidates to utilise various database technologies related to Back-end development. Candidates are taught how to write real-world, performant SQL queries. Non-relational databases are introduced and contrasted with relational databases. The candidate is also given the essential knowledge of what is needed to implement and interface with a cloud-based database.
Knowledge of a broader spectrum of database technologies, tools and paradigms will strengthen the candidates understanding of the concept of databases and provide a good foundation to effectively integrate them into future projects. Candidates will also have the capacity to critically analyse whether certain technologies are applicable for use in a particular software project.
The candidate:
- has knowledge of techniques and tools used to write complex SQL queries
- has knowledge of the processes and tools utilised to interact with non-relational databases
- has knowledge of the services and APIs used to deliver cloud-based database services
The candidate:
- can explain choices of use of techniques and tools used to write complex SQL queries
- can explain choices of processes and tools used to interact with non-relational databases
- can explain choices of services and APIs used to integrate cloud-based databases
The candidate:
- can plan and carry out tasks relating to implementing complex database queries and utilising non-relational databases
- can plan and carry out tasks linked to configuring and utilising cloud-based databases
Digital Learning Resources
The learning management system (LMS) is the primary learning platform where students access most of their course materials. The content is presented in various formats, such as text, images, models, videos or podcasts. Each course follows a progression plan, designed to lead students through weekly modules at their own pace. Exercises and assignments (individual or in groups) are embedded throughout the courses to support continuous practice and assessment of the learning outcomes.
Campus Resources
In addition to the digital learning resources, campus students participate in physical learning activities led by teachers as part of the overall delivery.
Guidance
Guidance and feedback from teachers support students' learning journeys, and may be provided synchronously or asynchronously, individually or in groups, via text, video or in-person feedback.
| Form of assessment | Grading scale | Grouping | Duration of assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
Course Assignment | Pass / Fail | Individual | 1 Week(s) |