After completing this course, the student should be able to:
 

	Describe the four functions of data management
	Define the components of DBMSs and describe the advantages
	Describe three models of DBMSs
	Evaluate how each model supports the four data management functions
	Select the appropriate database model for a given situation

Data Management Systems
Identifies four functions associated with managing and using data.  Explains three systems for managing data and evaluates each system with regard to the data management functions.  Defines and describes a database management system and gives three models of DBMSs.  Introduces the company used as an example throughout the course.