Database Applications
Y52.3520
Credit:
Management and Information Technology
This course introduces a variety of databases and database technologies and introduces the theory, techniques, and technologies that facilitate utilizing these technologies to enable complex data-drive applications. It covers the basic concepts and skill sets of Sybase, SQL server, DB2, and Oracle, and compares and contrasts the facilities, options, and syntaxes available in each platform. A hands-on, computer lab approach is used in conjunction with lectures and real-world examples to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the similarities and differences of relational database options. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to understand the differences between several leading relational database management systems and evaluate their respective advantages and disadvantages. This will enable them to make the appropriate business decisions when considering choices among multiple database and database technology options in order to satisfy real-word business and technology considerations.
To register for this course you must be an admitted student in an NYU credit or degree program or have special student status. Admitted NYU credit or degree students may visit NYUHome to register through ALBERT. To apply to an NYU-SCPS credit or degree program, call (212) 998-7100.
