INF10025
Data Management and Analytics
Semester 2 2024
PART A: Unit Summary
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Unit Code(s)
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INF10025
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Unit Title
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Data Management and Analytics
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Duration
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12 Weeks
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Total Contact Hours
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36 Hours
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Requisites:
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Pre-requisites
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Nil
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Co-requisites
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Nil
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Concurrent pre-requisites
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Nil
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Anti-requisites
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INF20004 Database Concepts and Modelling
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Assumed knowledge
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Competent use of an operating system such as Windows or Mac OSX. Competent use of a Web Browser. Competent use of a file management application such as Windows File Explorer or OSX Finder. Competent use of a text editor application such as Notepad.
Note: Non Windows users (such as Mac OSX) will need to use Windows Software. The easiest way to do this is via the Apps on Demand portal
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Credit Points
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12.5
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Campus/Location
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Hawthorn Campus
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Mode of Delivery
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Face-to-face, 2 hour Lab, 1 hour asynchronous Lecture, and asynchronous study
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Assessment Summary
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Portfolio
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Aims
This unit will provide a solid foundation for the design, implementation and management of organisational databases. Organisational data and data modelling is introduced, focusing on structured and unstructured data, and entity-relationship (ER) modelling. The skills required to construct ER diagrams will be taught, with a focus on ensuring that the logic of the model reflects the real-world industry case it is representing. Relational databases will be introduced and the functionality they afford organisations will be explored through real world industry cases. The process of designing, building and retrieving information from a database using SQL will be a focus of this unit. The unit also introduces students to the role databases play in data analytics and helping organisations harness the power of and insights from their data.
Unit Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit can:
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ULO1
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Define and explain fundamental data and database concepts including tables,
relations, keys, queries, transactions, and structured, semi-structured, unstructured data
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ULO2
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Create, store, retrieve, exploit, and visualise data using modern database tools, functions, and techniques
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ULO3
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Understand and apply conventional data modelling techniques to solve practical database design problems
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ULO4
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Explain the impact of big data and modern data analytics tools in the design, use, and management of database systems
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ULO5
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Examine the application of database technologies and methods in Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and Chatbot technologies and social media
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Graduate Attributes
This unit may contribute to the development of the following Swinburne Graduate Attributes:
Communication 1 - Verbal communication
Communication 2 - Communicating using different media
Teamwork 1 - Collaboration and negotiation
Teamwork 2 - Teamwork roles and processes
Digital literacies 1 – Information literacy
Digital Literacies 2 – Technical literacy
Content
• Structured and unstructured data
• Database relations, tables, records, keys, filters, queries, parameters, forms, indexes
• Data formats, manipulation, and exchange tools
• Transactions and ACID
• Entity-relationship diagrams and modelling
• SQL
• Data warehousing, big data, and data normalisation
• Data analytics, business intelligence, data visualisation
PART B: Your Unit in more detail
Unit Improvements
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Feedback provided by previous students through the Student Survey has resulted in improvements that have been made to this unit. Recent improvements include:
• Inclusion of Emerging uses of Databases
• Adjustments to the assessment model.
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Unit Teaching Staff
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Name
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Role
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Room
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Phone
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Email
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Consultation Times
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Robert Tipping
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Unit Convenor / Lecturer
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EN1046
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9214 8417
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[email protected]
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Friday 12:30
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Tutors
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See Staff Contacts on Canvas
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Learning and Teaching Structure
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Category
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Activity
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Total Hours
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Hours per Week
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Teaching Period Weeks
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Online
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Lectures
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12 hours
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1 hours
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Weeks 1 to 12
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In person
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Classes / Lab
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24 hours
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2 hours
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Weeks 1 to 12
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Learning web site: https://swinburne.instructure.com/ The site is designed to assist students to study in their own time, and from their own homes.
Teaching staff are available to assist when required, however, it is up to students to take initiative and contact the appointed tutor. The best way to do this is via the discussion board (especially if the question is likely to be asked by other students) or by email. It is expected that students will explore all the resources available online and undertake the preparatory reading and exercises outlined in the unit learning materials. Students should follow the dates provided in the Weekly Schedule (as contained in this document) for all assessment items and suggested course content sequencing.
Submission of tasks and feedback on submitted work will be provided via Canvas. Tasks submitted after the due date will be marked as incomplete unless you have received an extension in writing prior to the due date. Failing to submit by due dates will result in lower final grade.
Assessment
a) Assessment Overview
b) Minimum requirements to pass this Unit
To pass this unit students must submit a passable learning portfolio (see the Submission Requirements section for details) and meet all ULOs to a minimum standard.
c) Examinations
This unit has no official examination. The learning portfolio does include two tests that you must complete during class at the designated time. If you are unable to sit the tests at the designated time, then you must contact the convenor to arrange another suitable time. Arrangements must be made prior to the date of each test.
d) Use of generative AI (genAI) in this Unit
The valid use of genAI in this unit is as follows:
• you may not use genAI for any part of your assessment submissions or tests in this unit.
e) Submission Requirements
Assessments must be submitted through Canvas. Tasks submitted after the due date will be marked Incomplete.
Please ensure you keep a copy of all assessments that are submitted.
f) Extensions and Late Submission
If your preparation for a non-exam assessment is affected by illness or other
extraordinary circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance for an extension to the due date.
Extensions must be applied for prior to the due date of the Task.
Tasks submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been approved in writing.
g) Referencing
To avoid plagiarism, you are required to provide a reference whenever you include information from other sources in your work. Further details regarding plagiarism are available in Section C of this document under ‘Academic Integrity’ .
Referencing conventions required for this unit are: Harvard Standard
Helpful information on referencing can be found at
http://www.swinburne.edu.au/library/referencing/
h) Groupwork Guidelines
This unit does not include group work. Any submission discovered to be non-individual work will be treated as collusion or plagiarism and may result in being marked as Fail.
Required Textbook(s)
There is not a required textbook for this unit.
Recommended Reading Materials
The Library has a large collection of resource materials, both texts and current journals. Listed below are some references that will provide valuable supplementary information to
this unit. It is also recommended that you explore other sources to broaden your understanding.
• Lecture slides can be downloaded from the Canvas Modules section. These include details on the material you will need to read each week, as well as tasks for you to undertake.
• Lecture recordings can be download from Canvas Modules section.
• Tasks handouts also contain a list of references that can be used.