This module is offered in 2023-24.

Aims

The aims of this module are:

  • To consolidate Java programming skills.
  • To develop an awareness of the importance of data storage and processing in software systems.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module, the student should:

  • Understand the central role of data in software systems.
  • Understand the advantages and disadvantages of file and database storage.
  • Be able to write programs to store and manipulate data in files and relational databases.
  • Be aware of the main issues in ‘big data’ processing.

Syllabus

  • Persistent data formats.
  • Files and databases.
  • File manipulation.
  • Binary and textual data.
  • Data processing using open source libraries.
  • Database design and use.
  • Object-relational mapping frameworks.
  • Processing and analysing data.
  • Handling data on mobile devices.
  • Issues of scale.

Compulsory Elements

This module has no compulsory elements beyond those common to all sub-Honours modules (tutorials, mark of 4 in each assessment component).

Module Delivery

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Last Published: 11 Mar 2024.