Database Application Developer

Program Description

Seneca’s School of Computer Studies is a recognized leader in developing and delivering programs that are relevant to the fast-paced computer industry’s constantly evolving requirements. This program is designed to teach students how to design and implement databases on Linux/UNIX and Windows platforms. Students create webenabled databases using ORACLE and SQL Server, that can be manipulated through a GUI front end created with JAVA or Visual Basic in the .NET environment. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Use Windows and Linux/UNIX operating systems effectively in the development and deployment of software;
• Create web applications that interact with database back-ends;
• Design database applications using relational and object-oriented design methodology with UML using Rational Rose;
• Develop test plans and test cases for quality assurance;
• Create and maintain SQL Server Database Management System;
• Design, code, test and implement programs using JAVA;
• Design and manipulate databases using SQL and PL/SQL in Oracle;
• Create a VB front end connecting to a SQL Server database, in a .NET environment;
• Create a JAVA front end connecting to an ORACLE database;
• Appraise the connectivity issues related to databases;
• Design and implement a Data Warehouse;
• Manage and implement projects using all of the above competencies;
• Understand security issues related to web applications, databases and software development.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

Applicants must have ONE of the following:

1. A degree or diploma in Computers;
2. A degree or diploma in a non-computer field + 2 yrs IT experience;
3. A degree or diploma in a non-computer field and completion of IT programming courses.

• English proficiency at the college level.
• Applicants must possess good logic, aptitude and reasoning skills along with knowledge of Windows PC environment and web browsers. Knowledge of at least one programming language (C, C++ or Java) is required.

Applicant Selection:

• Applicants will be considered on the basis of their previous scholastic record, a pre-test and current resume. In the event of oversubscription, additional selection criteria may be used.

Recommended:

• A home PC or laptop and ISP are highly recommended.

Your Career

Graduates work as Database developers, Database web programmers, Database programmers and Web developers.

Co-operative Education Option

After one academic semester, students may apply for the co-op program. Entrance into the co-op component is based on overall G.P.A. and on the results of communication tests that include reading, writing and listening comprehension skills. Successful applicants apply for a one-semester co-op work-term that will commence after their second academic semester.

For more information about the co-op program, please refer to Co-operative Education, Faculty of Technology: http://cooptechnology.senecac.on.ca.

Diploma to Degree... and Beyond

Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College program may be eligible for credit at the following university:

International

The Importance of Learning Skills

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills.

Curriculum

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