Module Databases and Communication Networks 2, Media and Communication Computer Science (Bachelor) (ER 2)

Module summary
Module name Databases and Communication Networks 2
Internal number MKIB520
Coordinator Prof. Dr. Zoltán Nochta
Extent 5 ECTS points / 4 Contact hours
Semester 5th Semester
Pre-requisites with regard to content Databases and Communication Networks 1
Pre-requisites according to the examination regulations Basic study period
Competencies This module provides advanced knowledge about the development of database applications and computer networks. The students learn the systematic approach to invention as planning and implementation of complex information and communication structures, particularly for distributed systems. While database applications focus on a waterfall-like approach, it is in communication networks focus on the actual network structures and network components.
Assessment Written Exam 120 Min. (graded)

Course Databases 2
Internal number MKIB521.a	Type/mode Lecture
Lecturer Prof. Dr. Zoltán Nochta	Language of instruction German
Extent (ECTS/SWS) 3/2	Assessment Module exam
Content Definition of database application, database design process, database analysis and design techniques, database design, logical database design, normalization, physical database design, current and future trends in the field of database technology.
Recommended reading Powerpoint slides, Blackboard, Exercises Textbooks: "Datenbanksysteme" von Alfons Kemper, Andre Eickler "Database Solutions" von Thomas Connolly, Carolyn Begg
Comments Seminaristic lecture, excercises

Course New Lecture
Internal number MKIB521.b	Type/mode Lecture
Lecturer Prof. Dr. Oliver P. Waldhorst	Language of instruction German
Extent (ECTS/SWS) 2/2	Assessment Module exam
Content The buzzword "Cloud" represents a variety of interesting technologies which gained importance in the life of a computer science professional. Those are being collected, examined, explained and understood during the course. Primary objective is usefulness for the student, regardless of whether he acts as a cloud user, developer, administrator or even entrepreneur. Understand the broad meaning of "Cloud Computing" from a variety of perspectives: Definition, use cases, technology basics, key players, APIs, scaling, redundancy …
Recommended reading Powerpoint slides