Database Design & Management

Prerequisite: Introduction to Technology (26116)

This course includes database design and Structured Query Language (SQL) programming. Students study database fundamentals, including database development, modeling, design, and normalization. In addition, students are introduced to database programming. Students gain the skills and knowledge needed to use features of database software and programming to manage and control access to data. Students will prepare for the first of two certification exams.

• College Credit: This course may be dual-enrolled at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) as 1TD 256 for a total of 3 credits pending acceptance to NOVA. The NOVA entrance requirements must be met before registering. The content of this course is taught at the college level. Please consult with your counselor for more details