Modeling Humanities Data I
Objectives
To introduce the theory of software engineering modeling methodologies such as the Unified Modeling Language; learners will become familiar with these theories and methodologies. They will identify and evaluate the most appropriate methodologies and modeling tools to use in a Digital Humanities project and will then apply those to any number of Digital Humanities problems.
Module Content
Entity-Relationship Modeling; Relational Databases; Relational query language (Structured Query Language); Hierarchical Modeling; XML Databases; XML query language (XQuery); Model Equivalency.
Assessment
Total marks: 100; 50% examination, 50% continual assessment
Teaching Method
10 lecture hours (with lecturer); 4 practical or tutorial hours (with tutor); 32 private hours.
- Lecture hours provide an in-depth exploration of the subject area; identifying broad themes, reading material and areas for further consideration.
- The practical/tutorial hours facilitate the learner in their project, allowing them to complete exercises in support of that project under the supervision of an experienced tutor.
- The private hours will be necessary to complete the course reading material, examine digital resources, participate in group discussions or seminars and acquire any necessary skills. The students will also be expected to complete an interim continual assessment and the final assessment in the remainder of the hours.
