Official Title of Major: Database Management Systems - Database Administration, A.A.S.

Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.

Total Credit Hours: 60

Code: AAS.CPS.DATABASE-ADM

About the Computer Science Department

Purpose: Prepares students for careers requiring a strong background in computer technology and information systems. Covers fundamental concepts in database administration, computer technology, networking, and security. The students are eligible to sit for the following certifications: MOS Access 2013, Oracle PL/SQL Developer Certified Associate (comprised of the Oracle Database SQL Fundamentals exam and the Oracle Database Program with PL/SQL exam) and Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate Certification (comprised of the Oracle Database SQL Fundamentals exam and the Oracle Administration exam).

Emphasizes the development of expertise in SQL syntax and usage, the development of both large and small scale databases, the roles and responsibilities of a database administrator, and the experiences in designing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining a production level, industrial grade database. Note: Students have the option of learning either Windows or LINUX/UNIX operating systems.

Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory): Krysten Hall

Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.

Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________

Term 1

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ENG 101 - Academic Writing and Research 1  OR ENG 101A - Academic Writing and Research 1   (English Composition General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
MAT 137 - College Algebra   (Mathematics General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
CTA 103 - Computer Technology and Artificial Intelligence   (Technology Requirement) Students with technical expertise beyond the level of this course should meet with the Computer Science Department Chair.	3 credit hours
CTP 194 - Ethics and the Information Age  OR COM 111 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication   (Arts and Humanities General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
BIO 135 - Principles of Nutrition    (Biological and Physical Sciences General Education Requirement. This course also meets the Wellness General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours

Term 2

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ENG 102 - Academic Writing and Research 2   (English Composition General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
CTA 115 - Personal Computer Database Management Systems	4 credit hours
CTS 107 - Cyber Essentials	3 credit hours
CTP 145 - Relational Databases and SQL	4 credit hours

Term 3

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
CTP 245 - Database Administration 1	3 credit hours
CTP 147 - PL-SQL Programming	3 credit hours
CTS 120 - Introduction to Linux	4 credit hours
CTP 247 - Database Administration 2	3 credit hours
CTS 110 - Network Essentials	4 credit hours

Term 4

Course Name	Credtis	Term Taken	Grade
CTP 200 - Systems Analysis and Design	4 credit hours
Social and Behavioral Sciences General Education Requirement   Many Social and Behavioral Sciences courses also fulfill the Diversity Requirement.	3 credit hours
Electives	7 credit hours