Guide IV
Part 3 Database Analysis and Design Techniques
Chapter 10 Database Planning, Design, and Administration
10.1 Explain the procedures and techniques needed to achieve a conceptual data model.
The answer should discuss the different stages that might be identified, such as requirements
10.2 The application prototyping approach to software development gives users what they want by
employing principles used in other engineering disciplines, i.e. build a working model and use it.
What are the necessary conditions for it to be successful and what are the dangers/problems that
could arise?
10.3 Explain what is meant by application prototyping and why the development of Fourth Generation
software should support it.
In what way(s) does it help software development?
10.4 Explain why planning is important in the database lifecycle, highlighting particular points that
are important during the process.
Discuss the major functions of the Database Administration role, in particular indicating the
skills most relevant to the role.
The planning process should be briefly discussed, such as looking at the overall objectives, what
10.5 Discuss the importance of planning in the database lifecycle, detailing the significant stages in the
process.
Explain the procedures necessary in order to achieve this objective.