Database

Management Systems
(DBMS)

XANSA IT SOLUTIONS, OPP. V.C.BUNGALOW, CIVIL LINES, SAGAR MP

INTRODUCTION TO THE CURRICULUM
PURPOSE OF THE CURRICULUM

o To provide a comprehensive understanding of Database

Management Systems (DBMS) and SQL.
o To equip learners with practical skills for working with relational
databases, focusing on Oracle.

TARGET AUDIENCE

o Beginners in database management.

o Students and professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge in
DBMS.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

o Understanding the foundational concepts of databases and

DBMS.
o Gaining proficiency in SQL and Oracle database management.
o Ability to design, implement, and manage relational databases.

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SYLLABUS
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION

2. What Is Database?
o Definition and Purpose
o Examples of Databases in Daily Life
3. What is Database Management System (DBMS)?
o Definition and Overview
o Key Functions and Benefits
4. What is Relational Model?
o Fundamentals of the Relational Model
o Importance in Modern Databases
5. Introduction to RDBMS (Relational Database Management System)
o Differences Between DBMS and RDBMS
o Examples of Popular RDBMS
6. Brief on E.F. Codd
o Contributions to Database Theory
o Impact on Relational Databases

MODULE 2: DATA TYPES AND CONSTRAINTS

1. What are Data Types?

o Definition and Importance
o Common Data Types (Integer, Varchar, Date, etc.)
2. Types and Examples of Data Types
o Numeric, String, Date/Time Data Types
o Usage Scenarios
3. How to Use Data Types
o Declaring Variables and Table Columns
o Practical Examples
4. What are Constraints?
o Definition and Purpose
o Ensuring Data Integrity
5. Types and Examples of Constraints
o Primary Key, Foreign Key, Unique, Not Null, Check
o Real-World Applications
6. How to Use Constraints
o Applying Constraints in SQL
o Examples and Best Practices

MODULE 3: STATEMENTS IN SQL

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 1. Data Definition Language (DDL)
o CREATE, ALTER, DROP
o Examples and Syntax
2. Data Manipulation Language (DML)
o INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE
o Examples and Syntax
3. Transaction Control Language (TCL)
o COMMIT, ROLLBACK, SAVEPOINT
o Importance in Transactions
4. Data Control Language (DCL)
o GRANT, REVOKE
o Managing User Permissions
5. Data Query Language (DQL)
o SELECT
o Writing Basic Queries

MODULE 4: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

1. Installing and Setting Up Software

o Downloading Oracle 10g
o Installation Steps
o Configuration and Environment Setup
2. Working on Oracle 10g
o Introduction to Oracle 10g Interface
o Basic Operations and Navigation

MODULE 5: DATA QUERY LANGUAGE (DQL)

1. SELECT Statement
o Basic Syntax and Usage
o Practical Examples
2. FROM Clause
o Specifying Tables and Joins
o Usage Examples
3. WHERE Clause
o Filtering Data
o Examples of Conditional Queries
4. GROUP BY Clause
o Aggregating Data
o Grouping Techniques
5. HAVING Clause
o Filtering Groups
o Use Cases and Examples

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 6. ORDER BY Clause
o Sorting Data
o Examples of Sorting Queries

MODULE 6: OPERATORS

1. Types and Examples of Operators

o Arithmetic, Comparison, Logical, and Bitwise Operators
o Practical Usage in Queries

MODULE 7: FUNCTIONS IN SQL

1. Single Row Functions

o String, Numeric, Date Functions
o Examples and Use Cases
2. Multi Row Functions
o MAX(), MIN(), SUM(), AVG(), COUNT()
o Aggregate Function Examples

MODULE 8: SUBQUERIES

1. Introduction to Subqueries
o Definition and Use Cases
o Basic Syntax
2. Working of Subqueries
o How Subqueries Operate within SQL Statements
o Practical Examples
3. Query Writing and Execution
o Crafting Efficient Subqueries
o Execution Tips
4. Types of Subqueries
o Single Row Subquery
o Multi Row Subquery
o Nested Subquery Examples

MODULE 9: PSEUDO COLUMNS

1. Introduction to Pseudo Columns

o Definition and Purpose
o Key Pseudo Columns in Oracle

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 2. ROWID and ROWNUM
o Using ROWID for Unique Identifiers
o Using ROWNUM for Row Numbering
o Examples and Usage

MODULE 10: JOINS

1. What Is a Join?
o Definition and Purpose
o Importance in Relational Databases
2. Types of Joins
o Cartesian Join, Inner Join, Outer Join, Self-Join
o Syntax and Examples
3. Queries and Examples
o Practical Examples of Each Join Type
o Performance Considerations

MODULE 11: CORRELATED SUBQUERIES

1. Working and Examples

o Definition and Use Cases
o Crafting Correlated Subqueries
o Practical Examples

MODULE 12: DATA DEFINITION LANGUAGE (DDL)

1. CREATE Statement
o Creating Tables and Other Database Objects
o Syntax and Examples
2. RENAME Statement
o Renaming Database Objects
o Practical Use Cases
3. ALTER Statement
o Modifying Existing Database Objects
o Examples and Syntax
4. TRUNCATE Statement
o Removing All Records from a Table
o Usage and Examples
5. DROP Statement
o Deleting Database Objects
o Syntax and Examples

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MODULE 13: DATA MANIPULATION LANGUAGE (DML)

1. INSERT Statement
o Adding New Records
o Syntax and Examples
2. UPDATE Statement
o Modifying Existing Records
o Practical Examples
3. DELETE Statement
o Removing Records
o Usage and Syntax

MODULE 14: TRANSACTION CONTROL LANGUAGE (TCL)

1. COMMIT
o Saving Changes
o Syntax and Examples
2. SAVEPOINT
o Creating Savepoints in Transactions
o Practical Usage
3. ROLLBACK
o Undoing Changes
o Examples and Syntax

MODULE 15: DATA CONTROL LANGUAGE (DCL)

1. GRANT
o Assigning Permissions
o Syntax and Examples
2. REVOKE
o Removing Permissions
o Usage and Syntax

MODULE 16: NORMALIZATION

1. Introduction to Normalization
o Definition and Importance
o Objectives of Normalization
2. Types of Normal Forms
o 1NF, 2NF, 3NF, BCNF, etc.

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 Examples and Applications
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3. Examples of Normalization
o Practical Scenarios and Solutions
o Benefits of Normalization

MODULE 17: ENTITY-RELATIONSHIP DIAGRAMS (ERD)

1. Introduction to ERD
o Definition and Purpose
o Components of ERD (Entities, Relationships, Attributes)
2. Examples of ERD
o Drawing ER Diagrams
o Case Studies and Practical Examples

DURATION
60 HOURS

FEE FOR
RS.4600

This curriculum provides a comprehensive understanding of Database

Management Systems, SQL, and Oracle, covering theoretical concepts and
practical skills necessary for proficiency in DBMS. Each module can be
expanded with hands-on exercises, case studies, and quizzes to reinforce
learning.

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