CS 110 Introduction to Databases

Instructor: Mark Kolenz Office: KHIC 313-2 Phone: 330.823.3090 E-mail: kolenzmj@mountunion.edu Office Hours : By Appointement

Course Description: As a student in this course, you will learn the most important topics of Microsoft Office Access 2010. First, you will learn the basics of file management and the most important elements of the Microsoft Office 2010 interface. Next, you will learn to create and build databases and define table structures. Once you have mastered these topics, you will learn to maintain and query databases, create and use forms and reports, and enhance your database with advanced tools. In the last portion of the course, you will integrate, analyze, and automate tasks. Text/Materials: Text: Adamski/Finnegan, New Perspectives on Microsoft Access 2010, Comprehensive (9780538798471) Course Technology, 2011. Handouts: Additional handouts may be required. I will provide this information on my M drive (M:\IT\kolenzmj). Teaching Methods: 1. Lecture/Demonstration: Important material from the text and outside sources will be covered in class. Students are expected to take notes and participate in all demonstrations. Discussion is encouraged. 2. Assignments: End of chapter activities will be assigned weekly to reinforce material in the text. 3. Exams: Two exams will be given. The exams will be closed book/notes and will test assigned readings and material discussed in class. The final exam will not be comprehensive in nature. However, the exam may need the students to use principles learned in the first half of the course. 4. Participation: Student participation will be graded by the level of class participation and attendance. Grading: Total points will be computed as follows. Exam #1: 100 Exam #2: 100 Assignments: 80 Participation: 20 Total: 300 Points Point System: 300 total assigned points A >=270 B >= 240 C >= 210 D >=180 F <= 179

Course Policies: Missed Classes: The student is responsible for obtaining material distributed on class days when he/she was absent. This can be done through contacting a classmate who was present or by contacting the instructor during his office hours or other times. Missed exams can be made up when an excused absence is approved. In certain circumstances students with a good cause and adequate notice, will be given an early exam. Assignments: Homework will be assigned weekly at the beginning of each week, and will not be due until the beginning of class the following Tuesday. Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may be punished by failure on exam, paper or project; failure in course; and or expulsion from the University. For more information refer to the "Academic Dishonesty" policy in the Universitys Student Handbook. For this class, it is permissible to assist classmates. General advice and interaction are encouraged, however, each student must turn in his or her own solutions to the assigned projects, assignments, and tasks. Need for Assistance: If you have any condition, such as a physical or learning disability, which will make it difficult for you to carry out the work as I have outlined it, or which will require academic accommodations, please notify me as soon as possible, or contact Office of Student Accessibility. Course Outline Week Topic 1 Introductions, Creating a Database 2 Building a Database and Defining Table Relationships Maintaining and Querying a Database Creating Forms and Reports Exam Review EXAM #1 Creating Advanced Queries and Enhancing Table Design Using Form Tools and Creating Custom Forms Creating Custom Reports Sharing, Integrating, and Analyzing Data Exam Review EXAM #2

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