INFO125-24S2 (C) Semester Two 2024

Introduction to Programming with Databases

15 points

Details:
Start Date: Monday, 15 July 2024
End Date: Sunday, 10 November 2024
Withdrawal Dates
Last Day to withdraw from this course:
  • Without financial penalty (full fee refund): Sunday, 28 July 2024
  • Without academic penalty (including no fee refund): Sunday, 29 September 2024

Description

Computer programming with an emphasis on the development of business applications with the .NET framework and their connection to databases. It includes an introduction to programming logic and concepts, the Visual Studio environment, processing data, and using SQL to retrieve and update data. The course makes extensive use of problem solving exercises and hands-on tutorials.

C# is a popular programming language used for the development of applications of different sizes. It is easy to learn and use. INFO125 is targeted at beginning programmers.  It aims to introduce students to the programming logic necessary for development of information systems regardless of the programming language used; to programming and database concepts; and to enable them to develop simple applications using C# and Microsoft Visual Studio.  This course will build a practical and theoretical foundation for future study and careers in information systems and technology or introduce valuable skills for business professionals.

Learning Outcomes

  • After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Analyse business environments to define user requirements.
  • Discuss the steps in developing an application in C#.
  • Describe and explain the basic concepts of programming, problem solving and design techniques.
  • Describe the Visual Studio environment and use its functionality to develop simple business applications.
  • Explain how databases are used to store business data.
  • Describe and explain the parts of a database and database operations.
  • Access and manipulate data from applications.
  • Gain hands-on development experience through a series of tutorial exercises.

Restrictions

ACIS125, AFIS125

Timetable 2024

Students must attend one activity from each section.

Lecture A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Wednesday 15:00 - 17:00 A4 Lecture Theatre
15 Jul - 25 Aug
9 Sep - 20 Oct
Computer Lab A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Monday 14:00 - 16:00 Meremere 110 Computer Lab
22 Jul - 25 Aug
9 Sep - 20 Oct
02 Tuesday 14:00 - 16:00 Meremere 110 Computer Lab
22 Jul - 25 Aug
9 Sep - 20 Oct
03 Wednesday 12:00 - 14:00 Meremere 110 Computer Lab
22 Jul - 25 Aug
9 Sep - 20 Oct

Examinations, Quizzes and Formal Tests

Test A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Tuesday 19:00 - 21:00 Rehua 008 Computer Lab
9 Sep - 15 Sep
02 Tuesday 19:00 - 21:00 Ernest Rutherford 464 Computer Lab
9 Sep - 15 Sep

Course Coordinator

Annette Mills

Assessment

Assessment Due Date Percentage 
Online Quiz 8%
Two homework assignments 16%
Mid-semester test 36%
Final Examination 40%

Textbooks / Resources

Recommended Reading

Tony Gaddis; Starting out with Visual C# ; 6th; Pearson, 2024.

Indicative Fees

Domestic fee $924.00

International fee $4,988.00

* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.

For further information see Department of Accounting and Information Systems .

All INFO125 Occurrences

  • INFO125-24S1 (C) Semester One 2024 - Not Offered
  • INFO125-24S2 (C) Semester Two 2024