Introduction to Database Management Systems

Course code CSTP 1201

Credit 4.0

Length 80.0 hours

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In this course students will learn how to manage SQL database systems, including performing basic database administration. Students will learn how to configure a database to support different applications and to perform tasks such as creating users and database schema, applying constraints, setting up access control, assigning memory, defining storage structures and manipulating data. Since database administration does not end after the database is created, students will learn the importance of backup and recovery strategy. Students will become familiar with fundamental concepts in the field such as transnational operations, ACID property, backup and redundancy, data integrity, various database roles (database admin, database programmer, database designer), database normal forms, join operations, and how to perform queries.

Prerequisites

CSTP 1105.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • SQL databases
  • Entity Relational Diagrams
  • Data tables and normalization
  • Queries and tables
  • Queries and manipulating data
  • SQL Stored Procedures
  • Forms and reports functionality
  • Code procedures and functions
  • Triggers
  • ACID property of a well designed db
  • JOIN for db queries
  • DB Admin: Backup, Restore

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
40908 January 6, 2026
to April 10, 2026
Lab VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

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Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.