UM Digos College

Roxas Extension, Digos City

GOALS

VISION
The University of Mindanao Digos College is an outstanding
non-Sectarian Institution committed to produce highly
competent Professionals and Leaders in a progressive and caring
community.
MISSION
Strengthen supportive learning conditions geared toward
academic excellence, influence synergy and nurture professional
responsibility through a democratized access to the academe.

a)

Offer relevant and competitive programs that meet the

demands of the changing world.
b) Develop multi-skilled professionals who will be team
players in the workplace.
c) Produce servant-leaders who will promote social
development for a progressive society.
d) Provide adequate and updated facilities to fortify
teaching-learning experience.
e) Conduct quality researches in collaboration with
different sectors for the economic vitality of the
countryside.
f) Expand and strengthen community partnership through
outreach programs that uplift the societys condition.
g) Cultivate aesthetic values of individuals in the
preservation and enrichment of Filipino culture.

PROGRAM COMPETENCIES
1. Recognize the interrelatedness of Computer Science to other discipline in
innovating solutions to the global industry;
2. Conduct innovative researches that will contribute to the sustainable growth of the
countrys technological development;
3. Promote the positive social, professional and ethical practices involved in the use
of computer technology;
4. Train students to manage systems development projects using the principles,
applications that stimulate analytical and critical thinking;
5. Provide an encouraging learning environment equipped with modern computing
facilities;
6. Show understanding of basic database design, theory, and application.
7. Update with the current social issues to develop computer based projects that
address the needs of the community; and

GOALS
d
e

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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8. Produce world-class entrepreneurs and experts that respond to the demands of

global market.
COURSE SYLLABUS

1
2

Course Number
Course Title

3
4
5

Credit Units
Pre-Requisite
Co-Requisite

: CompEd 8
: Fundamentals of Program & Database Theory
& Application
: 3.0
: CompEd 1, CompEd 6
: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A course focusing on the development of dynamic content and

applications to facilitate information distribution. The course stresses
development strategies for managing the rapidly changing information of
corporations and organizations for just-in-time distribution, using
authoring programs to create interactive multimedia products that utilize
database management systems, and file systems to provide a method for
visualizing and manipulating that data. Students are required to plan,
design and implement a major project. This course is intended to provide
students with an introduction to database management and beginning SQL
concepts, and database design methodology.

General Course Competencies and Relationship to Program Competencies:

PROGRAM COMPETENCIES
GENERAL COURSE COMPETENCIES
a) Define database and SQL terminology and be able to design a database that
conforms to the users database requirements.
b) Create hierarchical, network and relational data models.
c) Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different database structures.
d) Define SQL theory, object-oriented and distributed database terms and
concepts.
e) Complete a database application that involves designing and testing a
database model that uses SQL to determine query results.
f) Construct a model that contributes improvement in the computing industries.
g) Assess current technologies and evaluate its effects in the society.

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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Course Coverage

Time
Frame

Learning
Contents/
Topics
Orientation:
a)

1st
W
E
E
K

Specific
Competencies

General Course
Program
Competencies
Competencies
a b c d e f g 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Discuss the

UMDC
VMO
familiarizati
on
b) School
Policies,
rules and
regulations
c) Grading
System
Introduction to
Database
Management

VMG of UM
and internalize
the policies,
rules and
regulation of the
university and
the grading
system

Define basic
terms in database
management
Define DBMS
Database
management
systems
List the
advantages and
disadvantages of
database
processing.
Define the terms
entity, attribute,
and relationships
and how these
terms are used
when discussing
database
concepts

Activity &
Learning
Approach
LectureDiscussion

Practical
Demonstration

Values
Integration
Takes pride in

being a
UMDC
student
Learn the
value of
discipline
Acquire
Obedience on
school
policies, rules,
laws and
regulations
Learn to
performs
ones duties
and
obligations

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation

Suggested
References
Student Handbook

Written

Quiz

Introduction to
Database Design:
http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/
~dbbook/openAccess/fir
stEdition/slides/pdfslides
/mod1l1.pdf

Appreciate the

value of
computer in
todays
technology
Recognize the

value of
accuracy and
reliability.

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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Time
Frame

2nd
W
E
E
K

Learning
Specific
Contents/
Competencies
Topics
The Relational Define and use a
Model
relational
database model
and QBE
Describe the
relational model
and define QBE
(Query-ByExample)
Use criteria,
create statistics,
and sort data in
QBE.
Join tables in
QBE.

SQL
3rd
W
E
E
K

Define and use

SQL in database
design.
Define
structured query
language (SQL)
and use simple
and compound
conditions in
SQL.
Group records
and join tables
using SQL.
Use an SQL
query to create a
table in a

General Course
Competencies
b c d
e f

Program
Activity &
Competencies
Learning
g 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Approach


Lecture
Practical

Demonstration
Hands-on

activity

Lecture

Practical

Hands-on

Learn to

performs ones
duties and
obligations
Acquire the
value of
hardwork &
discipline
Learn the
value of
initiative

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,
Adamski, J. J.
(2012). Concepts
of Database
Management. (7th
ed.) : USA :
Course
Technology
Paul Litwin.
Fundamentals of
Relational
Database
Design: (2010)
http://www.deeptra
ining.com/litwin/d
bdesign/Fundamen
talsOfRelationalDa
tabaseDesign.aspx

Demonstration

Values
Integration

activity

Appreciate the

impact of
current
technology in
todays work
Recognize the
value of
accuracy and
reliability.
Learn to
become
resourceful

Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity

SQL Tutorial.

(2011):
http://www.w3s
chools.com/sql/
default.asp
SQL.Org. :
http://www.sql.o
rg/

Prelim

Exam

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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database

Time
Frame

Learning
Contents/
Topics
Relational
Databases

4th
W
E
E
K

Specific
Competencies
Use Views and
security
protocols in a
relational
database
Define, describe,
and use views.
List the security
features of a
database
management
system (DBMS).
Define entity,
referential, and
legal-values
integrity and
define and use
the system
catalog.

General Course
Competencies
b c d
e f

Program
Competencies
g 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Activity &
Learning
Approach
Lecture
Practical

Demonst
ration

Hands-on

activity

Values
Integration
Learn the

value of
creating
documents in
lesser time and
accuracy.
Appreciate the
impact of
current
technology in
todays work.

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,

Adamski, J. J.
(2012).
Concepts of
Database
Management.
(7th ed.) : USA
: Course
Technology
Awtrey, A.L.
(2011):
Relational
Databases:
http://awtrey.c
om/tutorials/d
beweb/databas
e.php
Paul Litwin.
Fundamentals
of Relational
Database
Design:
http://www.deep
training.com/lit
win/dbdesign/F
undamentalsOf
RelationalDatab
aseDesign.aspx

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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Time
Frame

5th
W
E
E
K

Learning
Specific
Contents/
Competencies
Topics
Normalization Define and
implement the
normalization
process.
Define functional
dependence and
the importance
of primary keys.
Define first
normal form,
second normal
form, and third
normal form.
Illustrate how
normalization is
used in the
database design
process.

General Course
Competencies

Program
Competencies

Activity &
Learning
Approach
Lecture
Practical

Demonst
ration
Hands-on

activity

Values
Integration
Learn the

value of
creating
documents in
lesser time and
accuracy.
Appreciate the
impact of
current
technology in
todays work

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity
Midterm

exam

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,

Adamski, J. J.
(2012).
Concepts of
Database
Management.
(7th ed.) : USA :
Course
Technology
Litt, S.(1996):
Normalization:
http://www.troub
leshooters.com/li
ttstip/ltnorm.htm
l
Microsoft (2011)
: Description of
the database
normalization
basics :

http://support.mi
crosoft.com/kb/2
83878

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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Time
Frame

Learning
Contents/
Topics
Design
Methodology

6th
W
E
E
K

Specific
Competencies
Use entityrelationship
diagrams and
DBDL to design
a database.
Define user
views and
explain their
function.
Define Database
Design Language
(DBDL) and use
it to document
database designs.
Construct an
entityrelationship
(E-R) diagram to
visually represent
a database
design.

General Course
Program
Activity &
Competencies
Competencies
Learning
Approach
b
c d e f g 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Lecture
Practical

Demonstra
tion
Hands-on

activity

Values
Integration
Learn the

value of
creating
documents in
lesser time and
accuracy.
Appreciate the
impact of
current
technology in
todays work
Acquire the
skills in
computation
using
spreadsheet
program.

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,

Adamski, J. J.
(2012).
Concepts of
Database
Management.
(7th ed.) : USA
: Course
Technology
David, M.
(2011) :
Database
Design Steps /
How To
Develop A
Database:
http://knol.goo
gle.com/k/data
base-designsteps-how-todevelop-adatabase#

Page 7 of 13

Time
Frame

Learning
Contents/
Topics
DBMS
Functions

7th
W
E
E
K

Specific
Competencies
Define and use
the functions, or
services,
provided by a
database
management
system (DBMS).
Illustrate the
concurrent
update problem
and describe how
a DBMS handles
this problem.
Define and list
the data integrity
features and
security services
provided by a
DBMS.
Demonstrate the
data recovery
process in a
database
environment

General Course
Competencies
b c d e f

Program
Activity &
Competencies
Learning
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Approach

Lecture
Practical

Demonst
ration

Hands-on

activity

Values
Integration
Acquire

skills in
creating
graphical
representation
Appreciate
the impact
of current
technology
in todays
work
Acquire the
skills in
computation
using
spreadsheet
program.

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,

Adamski, J. J.
(2012).
Concepts of
Database
Management.
(7th ed.) : USA
: Course
Technology
Leigh, G.
(2011) :
Functions of a
Database
Management
System:
http://www.hel
ium.com/items
/601971functions-of-adatabasemanagementsystem
Date, C.J.
Functions of a
DBMS:
www.ou.edu/c
lass/aschwarz/
Tulsa/B11DB
MSFunctions.
ppt

Page 8 of 13

Time
Frame

Learning
Contents/
Topics
Database
Administration

8th
W
E
E
K

Specific
Competencies
Define and
explain the
need for
database
administration
(DBA).
List DBAs
administrative
responsibilities
for database
management
system
(DBMS)
evaluation and
selection,
DBMS
maintenance,
data dictionary
management,
and training.

General Course
Competencies
b c d e f

Program
Activity &
Competencies
Learning
g 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Approach
Lecture
Practical

Demonstr
ation

Hands-on

activity

Values
Integration
Learn the

importance of
creating
computerized
presentation in
the workplace.
Appreciate the
impact of
current
technology in
todays work.
Acquire the
skills in
creating and
inventing new
ideas put into
a
computerized
presentation.

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity
Final

Exam

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,

Adamski, J. J.
(2012).
Concepts of
Database
Management.
(7th ed.) : USA
: Course
Technology
Shelly,
Cashman,
Pratt (2013).
Microsoft
Access 2010
Comprehensiv
e Concepts
and
Techniques :
Boston, MA. :
Thomson
Learning, Inc.
Hoffer, J.A.,
Prescott,
M.B.,
McFadden,
F.R. (2011).
Modern
Database
Management
(6th ed.):
USA: Prentice
Hall

Page 9 of 13

Time
Frame

Learning
Contents/
Topics
Database
Administration

8th
W
E
E
K

Specific
Competencies
Explain DBAs
responsibilities
in formulating
and enforcing
database
policies for
access
privileges,
security,
disaster
planning, and
archiving.
Describe
DBAs
technical
responsibilities
for database
design, testing,
and
performance
tuning

General Course
Competencies
b c d e f

Program
Activity &
Competencies
Learning
g 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Approach
Lecture
Practical

Demonstr
ation

Hands-on

activity

Values
Integration
Learn the

importance of
creating
computerized
presentation in
the workplace.
Appreciate the
impact of
current
technology in
todays work.
Acquire the
skills in
creating and
inventing new
ideas put into
a
computerized
presentation.

Assessment
Task
Oral

recitation
Written

Quiz
Graded

Hands-on
activity
Final

Exam

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,

Adamski, J. J.
(2012).
Concepts of
Database
Management.
(7th ed.) : USA
: Course
Technology
Shelly,
Cashman,
Pratt (2013).
Microsoft
Access 2007
Comprehensive

Concepts and
Techniques :
Boston, MA. :
Thomson
Learning, Inc.
Hoffer, J.A.,
Prescott,
M.B.,
McFadden,
F.R. (2011).
Modern
Database
Management
(6th ed.):
USA: Prentice
Hall

Page 10 of 13

Time
Frame

Learning
Contents/
Topics
Database
Implementation

9th
W
E
E
K

Specific
Competencies
Use a
distributed
database
management
systems
(DBMSs) in
database
implementation
.
Define data
warehouses and
explain their
structure and
access.
Illustrate
DMBS in
client/server
systems and list
the general
concepts and
applications of
object-oriented
DBMSs.
Summarize the
impact of Web
access to
databases and
the steps
needed to
secure an
online
database.

General Course
Competencies
b c d e f

Program
Activity &
Competencies
Learning
g 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Approach
Lecture
Practical

Demonstr
ation
Hands-on

activity

Values
Integration
Learn the

importance of
creating
computerized
presentation in
the workplace.
Appreciate the
impact of
current
technology in
todays work.
Acquire the
skills in
creating and
inventing new
ideas put into
a
computerized
presentation.

Assessment
Task
Oral
recitation
Written
Quiz
Graded
Hands-on
activity
Final
Exam

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

Suggested
References
Pratt, P. J.,

Adamski, J. J.
(2012).
Concepts of
Database
Management.
(7th ed.) : USA
: Course
Technology
Shelly,
Cashman,
Pratt (2013).
Microsoft
Access 2007
Comprehensive
Concepts and
Techniques :

Boston, MA. :
Thomson
Learning, Inc.
Hoffer, J.A.,
Prescott,
M.B.,
McFadden,
F.R. (2011).
Modern
Database
Management
(6th ed.):
USA: Prentice
Hall

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Course Evaluation:
The passing grade is 75% of the total scores from the following:
Quizzes
15%
Recitation
10%
Research Requirements 15%
Periodical Examinations 30%
Final Exam
30%
Total

100%

Aside from academic deficiency, other grounds for failing grade are:
Cheating
Unexcused absences of more than 20% of required number of meetings per term
A failing academic standing and failure to take the Final Exam.
Grave misconduct other than cheating.
10 Course Requirements:

Online and Textbook readings

Hands-On Activities (6)

The student will complete six (6) training activities on their individual accounts covering the topics of database management and standard query language .
However, when studying for a quiz or exam the student may complete all or part of the hands-on activities. Each training session is worth 25 points and must
be completed no later than the end of the module in which it is assigned.

Application Projects
The student will complete a total of five projects applying knowledge of basic computer concepts by following the step-by-step directions provided. Each project
must be completed no later than the end of the module in which it is assigned and is worth 25 points

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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11 Textbook:
Pratt, P. J., Adamski, J. J. (2012). Concepts of Database Management. (7th ed.) : USA : Course Technology
12 References:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Hoffer, J.A., Prescott, M.B., McFadden, F.R. (2011). Modern Database Management (6th ed.): USA: Prentice Hall
Oppel, A. (2011). Databases DeMYSTiFieD. (2nd ed.): USA: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
Shelly, Cashman, Pratt (2008). Microsoft Access 2007 Comprehensive Concepts and Techniques: Boston, MA. : Thomson Learning, Inc.
Pinard, K. (2008). Computer Concepts: USA: Cengage Learning.
Uchchakule, Ashish.(2010). Computer and I.T. Made Easy: Mumbai, IND. Himalaya Publishing House

13 Internet Links:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

Introduction to Database Design: http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~dbbook/openAccess/firstEdition/slides/pdfslides/mod1l1.pdf

Paul Litwin. Fundamentals of Relational Database Design: http://www.deeptraining.com/litwin/dbdesign/FundamentalsOfRelationalDatabaseDesign.aspx
SQL Tutorial. (2011): http://www.w3schools.com/sql/default.asp
SQL.Org. : http://www.sql.org/
Awtrey, A.L. (2011): Relational Databases: http://awtrey.com/tutorials/dbeweb/database.php
Litt, S.(1996): Normalization: http://www.troubleshooters.com/littstip/ltnorm.html
Microsoft (2011) : Description of the database normalization basics : http://support.microsoft.com/kb/283878
David, M. (2009) : Database Design Steps / How To Develop A Database: http://knol.google.com/k/database-design-steps-how-to-develop-a-database#
Leigh, G. (2011) : Functions of a Database Management System: http://www.helium.com/items/601971-functions-of-a-database-management-system
Date, C.J. Functions of a DBMS: www.ou.edu/class/aschwarz/Tulsa/B11DBMSFunctions.ppt

Course Title:
CompEd 8-

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Noted by:

Approved by:

Fund. Of Program &

Database Theory &
Applications

SY 2014-2015

October 2014

Engr. Melvy I. de la Torre

Prof. Jeaneth P. Tormis, CPA

Dr. Tessie G. Miralles

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