Database Development

2025/2026

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Disclaimer. This is an English translation of the module. In case of discrepancy between the translation and the Danish version, the Danish version of the module is valid.

Learning objectives

Knowledge

  • the relational data model and its concepts
  • data modeling (ERD/UML)
  • transactions concept integrity constraints including primary keys, secondary keys, checks and not null
  • the SQL language for defining databases, basic and advanced data extraction and data modification
  • extracting information from a DBMS from a programming language such as PHP, Java or C# "
  • best practice" for good design and use of DBNS and SQL

Skills

  • be able to construct a database design and a database  schema
  • demonstrate understanding of the relational data model
  • construct and evaluate complex queries in SQL and other relevant query languages
  • construct transactions that comply with relevant technical and business criteria

Competences

  • use a database management system (DBMS) to store and retrieve information
  • apply SQL from a conventional programming language

Type of instruction

The type of instruction is organised in accordance with the general instruction methods of the programme, cf. § 17.

Extent and expected workload

The student is expected to spend 30 hours per ECTS, which for this activity means 150 hours.

Exam

Exams

Name of examDatabase Development
Type of exam
Written or oral exam
ECTS5
Permitted aidsAids (if any) will be posted on the course page In MOODLE
Assessment7-point grading scale
Type of gradingInternal examination
Criteria of assessmentThe criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures

Additional information

Contact: Study Board for Computer Science via cs-sn@cs.aau.dk or 9940 8854

Facts about the module

Danish titleDatabaseudvikling
Module codeDSNBAITFB334
Module typeCourse
Duration1 semester
SemesterAutumn
ECTS5
Language of instructionDanish and English
Empty-place SchemeYes
Location of the lectureCampus Aalborg
Responsible for the module

Organisation

Education ownerBachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology
Study BoardStudy Board of Computer Science
DepartmentDepartment of Computer Science
FacultyThe Technical Faculty of IT and Design