If you have little or no background in computing but want to attain a qualification in this area, the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is designed for you. It also suits those with a bachelor degree in a relevant discipline who want a broader understanding of computing, or anyone with a bachelor degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering who wants to specialise. This program provides a broad-based IT education and more specialised knowledge in up to two major areas, providing core skills to enable you to work in a range of positions in the IT industry. It is similar in scope to the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) undergraduate degree.<br><br>A first course on database management systems. Data modelling, principles of database design, data manipulation languages, database application techniques, introduction to DBMS internals, introduction to advanced databases. Lab: design and implementation of a database application using SQL and stored procedures.