Introduction to data management in the modern industry. Designing and specifying information systems, including data modeling techniques and entity-relationship diagrams; Relational database design using the theory of normalization; Building and manipulating databases, including relational algebra, SQL, and graphical user interfaced database manipulations; World wide web based data systems, including an introduction to HTML, web applications, and MySQL.

CILO-1: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering appropriate to the degree discipline. CILO-2: An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability. CILO-3: An ability to communicate effectively. CILO-4: An ability to stay abreast of contemporary issues. CILO-5: An ability to use the computer/IT tools relevant to the discipline along with an understanding of their processes and limitations.