Class information

CIS275 Data Modeling and SQL Intro

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  • CRN: 41162
  • Credits: 4
  • Locations, days, times, and instructors:
    • Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
      From September 22 through December 13, 2025, Jeff A Yarnell

Class materials

Textbooks

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Details about this class

This course introduces the design, uses, and terminology of a database management system. Course work includes data modeling using Entity Relationship modeling tools, normalization rules, relational database terminology, and program/query development using Structured Query Language (SQL).

Technology

  • Desire2Learn is accessed via the Internet, so you will need a web browser such as Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.
  • Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat Reader (free from Adobe).
  • Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) will be used for queries against databases stored on PCC's server. Windows users can download SSMS from Microsoft. Mac/Linux users can use DataGrip (free student license via JetBrains).
  • File formats used in and by this class include .doc, .html, .pdf, .ppt, .rtf, .sql, and .txt.

No show policy

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Online technical requirements

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Students with disabilities

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