Describes relational data models and database management systems. Teaches the theories and techniques of constructing relational databases with emphasis on those aspects needed for various biological data. Introduces the relational database query language SQL. Describes methods for ensuring data consistency and data retrieval efficiency. Object-oriented programming is introduced primarily as an implementation aid for constructing, loading, and accessing databases. Utilizes web-based programming tools to implement user access to databases. Emphasis will be on solving problems associated with large and complex data sets. Course includes a final project implementing a database using real data from a local biology/medical school lab.

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