Databases 7.5 credits
Course Contents
The purpose of the course is to introduce and experience *Database design and querying*. After a successful course, the student shall master basics of relation databases and be able to model, design and query databases based on provided requirements. The student should also have an understanding of database development as part of system and business development.
The course includes the following topics:
- Relational Databases - Introduction, Theory, Purpose
- Database Design - ER model
- Normalization
- Structured Query Language and Query writing
- Multi-table Queries - Joins, Relations
- Databases in the system development lifecycle
- Usage of databases and database systems with software and/or mobile development
- Advanced SQL, Transactions, Indexing
- Introduction to No-SQL databases
Prerequisites
General entry requirements and taken course in Introduction to Programming, 7,5 credits or the equivalent.
Level of Education: First cycle
Coursecode/Ladok code: TDRK16
The course is conducted at: School of Engineering
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Type of course | Programme instance course |
| Study type | Normal teaching |
| Semester | Spring 2026: week 13 – week 23 |
| Rate of study | 100% |
| Language | English |
| Location | Jönköping |
| Time | Day-time |
| Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students | 21375 SEK |
| Syllabus (PDF) | |
| Application code | HJ-T6034 |