COM3054 - Database Analytics: Big Data and NoSQL

Course Description

This course, while presenting a contemporary Information Technology Database Technology, introduces students to basic technology (algorithms, architectures, systems) in connection with large-scale data management and information extraction techniques for big data. The course will start by introducing Big Data models, databases and query languages, cover modern distributed database systems and algorithms, and Big Data systems adopted in industry and science applications. Implementation of a data analysis engine on a standalone machine will be covered and students will learn how to build their own database engine for Big Data. The course will also cover critical topics in mining and knowledge discovery of big data, with applications in social analytics, cyber security, and information networks.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of the course, the student will be able to:

• Describe the history of the technology
• Define and use the terminology of the technology
• Describe concepts and features of the technology
• Evaluate the implementation of the database system for efficiency and effectiveness
• Apply skills in the database installation, configuration, or modification
• Describe the relationship of this technology to other technologies
• Describe the impact of this technology on current business practices

Notes

This course is a hybrid course with classroom and internet arranged components. Students are required to a) meet once a week face-to-face and b) complete internet learning activities. The instructor will email students regarding course requirements and materials before the start of instruction.

If you are a student with a documented disability and have not voluntarily disclosed the nature of your disability so that we may coordinate the accommodations you need, you are invited to contact the Disability Support Services Office (DSSO) in ‘Ilima 107, ph.734-9552, or email kapdss@hawaii.edu for assistance. For students whose primary disability is Deaf or hard of hearing, contact the KCC Deaf Center at ph. 734-9210 (V), 447-1379 (videophone), or email kapdeaf1@hawaii.edu.

Please note: you will need to contact Kapi’olani CC’s DSSO or Deaf Center to request accommodations in a Kapi’olani CC course even if you’ve already registered or are receiving services at another UH campus’s disability support program.

 

Kapi‘olani Community College Refund/Drop Policy:

100% refund: Notification to Non-Credit Registration made 10 business days or more prior to start date of course.

50% refund: Notification to Non-Credit Registration made 5-9 business days prior to the start date of course.

0% refund: Notification to Non-Credit Registration made less than 5 business days prior to the start date of course.