Selected Topics in Database Systems
Study plans 2016-2017
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IMT6181
- 5 ECTS
Expected learning outcomes
At the end of this module, students should:
Knowledge:
- The candidate has acquired in-depth comprehension of the challenges and technologies found in databases that do not fit well with the relational model
- The candidate has an in-depth understanding of current research topics in NOSQL databases with emphasis on data representation and indexing
Skills:
- The candidate has developed the ability to analyse and evaluate database needs beyond those that handled efficiently in relational databases
- The candidate is able to identify and evaluate key problems and research issues in NOSQL databases
General competency:
- The candidate is capable of taking part in scientific discussions.
- The candidate is capable of performing independent scientific work.
- The candidate is capable of analysing relevant professional and research publications.
Topic(s)
NOSQL databases:
- RDF triple stores
- XML databases
- Column databases
- Object Databases
- Column databases
- Key-Value Databases
Indexing in NOSQL databases
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Net Support Learning
Project work
Meeting(s)/Seminar(s)
Tutoring
Form(s) of Assessment
Other
Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)
- Term paper
- Final report
- Both parts must be passed.
Grading Scale
Pass/Failure
External/internal examiner
Evaluated by external and internal examiner.
Re-sit examination
A new term paper must be provided and the examination must be re-sat next autumn.
Coursework Requirements
Students shall present research papers during seminars.
Teaching Materials
Selected research papers. Detailed list of papers will be provided in the course syllabus.