Relational Data Model

Learning Objectives

• Describe the following concepts:
  • relation
  • tuple
  • attribute
  • referential integrity
• Define the following terms:
  • primary key
  • candidate key
  • foreign key
• List and describe the referential integrity actions

How to Complete this Lesson

1. Read the following chapters in Fundamentals of Database Management Systems:
   • Chapter 5: The Relational Database Model: Introduction (60 minutes)
   • Chapter 6: The Relational Database Model: Additional Concepts (45 minutes)
2. Attend the class meeting

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