Database Systems (Fall 2012/13) - Assignments
Homework Assignments
- There are 2 homework assignments to submit (besides the project)
- Homework will be submitted in pairs (2 students)
- All homework should be submitted "HARD-COPY" (i.e., not by email) to Yael's mailbox (372 on Schreiber's floor 2) before due date
- A third assignment will be published, with its solution, near the end of the course
| Assignment | Topic | Distribution Date | Due Date | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment #1 | SQL | 18/11/2012 | 9/12/2012 | -- |
| Assignment #2 | Database design, Views | 18/12/2012 | 1/1/2013 | -- |
| Assignment #3 | Execution, Optimization | 23/01/2013 | -- | -- |
Project
The project will include designing and coding of a database system. Its goal is to give a "hands on" experience to some of the topics discussed in class regarding design, development, management, and maintenance. It will be developed by using one of the leading database management systems (DBMS), which will be selected during the course.
- Project subject will be disclosed on project distribution
- The project will be developed in groups of 4 students
| Distribution Date | Due Date | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 27/11/2012 | 22/01/2012 | Project Presentation (PDF) Project Details Project examination form Project grade guide |
Additional Notes
- In general, out-of-the-box thinking, originality and common-sense are key attributes in the project as well as the home assignments and the final exam, therefore they will be rewarded accordingly (bonus points)
- Assignments are due at midnight on the due date, unless otherwise announced.
- Both the assignments and the project will have a 5 points penalty for each late day of submission!