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DAM401Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Oracle Applications

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Oracle applications, a suite of business applications designed for managing and automating processes across organizations. It covers key areas such as database creation, architecture, and management. Students will learn to install software, manipulate data using SQL, and troubleshoot database issues. The course also explores data concurrency, consistency, backup, and recovery techniques, equipping students with practical skills for real-world problem-solving in Oracle environments.

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192h
Study Time
13
Weeks
15h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Oracle ApplicationsSQLDatabase ManagementPL/SQLBackup Recovery

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Oracle Database Concepts

2

SQL

3

PL/SQL

4

Database Architecture

5

Data Concurrency

6

Backup and Recovery

Total Topics6 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic computer literacy

Familiarity with relational database concepts

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Database Administrator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Oracle Programmer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Data Analyst

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System Analyst

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Database Designer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

FinanceTelecommunicationsHealthcareRetailGovernment

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Oracle application

4h

Unit 1: Basic Oracle Concepts

4 study hours
  • Read the introduction to databases and the relational model.
  • Understand the key characteristics of a database.
  • Familiarize yourself with the different database management systems.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Oracle application

4h

Unit 2: Installing Oracle Database 10g

4 study hours
  • Identify system requirements for Oracle 10g installation.
  • Learn about Optimal Flexible Architecture (OFA).
  • Configure environment variables for Oracle.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to Oracle application

4h

Unit 3: Creating an Oracle Database and architecture

4 study hours
  • Explain the Oracle database architecture.
  • Understand instance architecture.
  • Learn about management tools like DBCA.
Week
4

Module 2: Oracle database Management

4h

Unit 1: Managing Oracle Storage Structures

4 study hours
  • Define tablespaces and datafiles.
  • Create and manage tablespaces.
  • Obtain tablespace information from Enterprise Manager and data dictionary.
Week
5

Module 2: Oracle database Management

4h

Unit 2: Managing DATABASE OBJECT

4 study hours
  • Create and modify tables.
  • Define constraints.
  • View attributes and contents of a table.
  • Create indexes and views.
Week
6

Module 2: Oracle database Management

4h

Unit3: Manipulating Database Data

4 study hours
  • Manipulate data using INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements.
  • Use Data Pump to export and import data.
  • Load data with SQL Loader.
Week
7

Module 2: Oracle database Management

4h

Unit 4: Programming Oracle with PL/SQL

4 study hours
  • Identify PL/SQL objects.
  • Describe triggers and triggering events.
  • Identify configuration options that affect PL/SQL performance.
Week
8

Module 3: Oracle Configuration

4h

Unit 1: Configuring Oracle Networking

4 study hours
  • Use Database Control to create additional listeners.
  • Configure Oracle Net service aliases.
  • Use tnsping to test Oracle Net connectivity.
Week
9

Module 3: Oracle Configuration

4h

Unit 2: Managing Database Performance

4 study hours
  • Troubleshoot invalid and unusable objects.
  • Gather optimizer statistics.
  • View performance metrics.
  • React to performance issues.
Week
10

Module 3: Oracle Configuration

4h

Unit 3: Dealing with Locking

4 study hours
  • Detect and resolve lock conflicts.
  • Manage deadlocks.
  • Describe the relationship between transactions and locks.
Week
11

Module 4: Data Concurrency and Consistency

4h

Unit: 1 Introduction to Data Concurrency and Consistency

4 study hours
  • Define Transactions and Data Concurrency
  • Understand Locking and deadlock
  • Detect deadlock
Week
12

Module 4: Data Concurrency and Consistency

4h

Unit 2: Managing data and concurrency

4 study hours
  • Overview of Locking Mechanisms
  • Manage Data Concurrency and Consistency
  • Compare Read Committed and Serializable Isolation
Week
13

Module 5: Database Curruption

4h

Unit 1: Detecting and Recovering from Database Corruption

4 study hours
  • Define block corruption and list its causes and symptoms.
  • Detect database corruptions using ANALYZE and DBVERIFY.
  • Repair corruptions using RMAN.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Practice SQL and PL/SQL queries from Units 3-6 weekly.

2

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 database concepts.

3

Focus on practical exercises in Units 2, 3, and 6.

4

Review all TMAs and their solutions thoroughly.

5

Allocate time for hands-on practice with Oracle Enterprise Manager.

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