A 12-week comprehensive program covering database applications development and administration using Oracle. Topics include RDBMS fundamentals; E/R modeling; database design and normalization; SQL; PL/SQL; triggers and stored procedures; Oracle architecture; database administration; networking; backup and recovery; Oracle utilities; Oracle performance tuning and optimization; replication.

Each participant will be provided with Oracle 10g software. Professional software development experience is required to take full advantage of the curriculum.

This program makes use of the DePaul's College of Computing and Digital Media's Course OnLine (COL) technology, which captures all lecture elements (audio, visual, whiteboard, and classroom PC) and makes it available for online viewing. Only enrolled students have access to view this material and it is only available while the program is in session.

The Database Technologies Program is an accredited course of DePaul University, which follows the quarter system (as opposed to the semester system).

Course #: IPD 395
Credit hours: 10 undergraduate

The credit hours are awarded to those who successfully complete the program's academic requirements. Course requirements include programming and design assignments. No quizzes or exams are given.

Transferability of these credit hours to a degree program is determined by the university or school granting the degree. To view DePaul CTI's guidelines on transferability, click here.

Reading materials for certificate programs consist of textbooks and supplementary handouts. Textbook readings are considered preparatory in nature and are typically assigned prior to lectures; supplementary handouts are frequently distributed in class to provide additional information.

Textbooks for Spring Quarter 2008: To be announced.

Tuition fee: $3,900.00

Application fee: $40.00 (non-refundable)

Applicants who wish to use the university's DePEPER Plan (DePaul University's Extension Plan for Employer Reimbursement) must return the DePEPER Plan Application to the Institute for Professional Development Office. Submitting this application to any other DePaul office may delay the student's registration process. Information about this plan, along with an application form, is found here.

The university's refund policy allows a return of 100% of tuition (minus a separate $25 registration fee) if the student drops the Database Technologies Program by April 15, 2008.

You may apply online. Or, to apply via fax, mail, or in person, print out and complete the Application Form.

Application fee: $40.00 (non-refundable)