FIT2094 Databases
Faculty of Information Technology
FIT2094 Databases is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2026 in Semester 1, Semester 2 and Summer B at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs (FIT1045, FIT1048, FIT1051 or FIT1053); or (ENG1013 and ENG1014) and unlocks 8 units, leading on to 52 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer B
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before FIT2094
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After FIT2094
8 units list FIT2094 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
- FIT2104Web database interfaceNo reviews yet
- FIT3003Business intelligence and data warehousingNo reviews yet
- FIT3152Data analyticsNo reviews yet
- FIT3161Computer science project 1No reviews yet
- FIT3163Data science project 1No reviews yet
- FIT3176Advanced database designNo reviews yet
- FIT3182Big data management and processingNo reviews yet
- FIT3193Artificial intelligence project 1No reviews yet
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Overview
This unit will provide an introduction to the concepts of database design and usage and the related issues of data management. You will develop skills in planning, designing, and implementing a data model using an enterprise-scale relational database system (Oracle). Methods and techniques will also be presented to populate, retrieve, update and implement integrity features on data in the implemented database system.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Summer semester B | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- In-Class test 1Quiz / Test15%
- Assignment 1Artefact35%
- In-Class test 2Quiz / Test15%
- Assignment 2Artefact35%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply the theories of the relational database model;
- 2
Develop a sound relational database design;
- 3
Implement a relational database based on a sound database design;
- 4
Manage data that meets user requirements, including queries and transactions;
- 5
Contrast the differences between non-relational database models and the relational database model.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Applied sessions24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
This unit has a requirement of 1-2 hours per week of asynchronous learning.
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online and face to face learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated reading and preparation for scheduled teaching activities.
Learning resources
Required resources
Coronel, C., & Morris, Steven (2023). Database systems: Design, implementation, and management (14th ed.). ISBN 9780357673034.
Technology resources
Monash FIT GitLab Server
All students must maintain their unit work on the FIT GitLab server (https://git.infotech.monash.edu/) to provide a secure repository for completed work and demonstrate a clear development history. You will be provided with an account on this server.
Monash Oracle and MongoDB Servers
This unit uses the Oracle 12 and MongoDB databases running on Monash servers. All students will have an account on this server, which will suffice for all database work this semester. To access this server, you must install and run the Monash VPN software (details are available on the Moodle/Ed Lesson site).
VSCode
This unit uses VSCode as a client to access Oracle, MongoDB and FIT GitLab servers. You must install the latest version of this software.
Data Modeler
The client software for data modelling will be available for download from the unit Moodle/Ed Lesson site. You must ONLY use the prescribed version provided by the teaching team. You must not download and use Data Modeler from any other site
Where it fits
FIT2094 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
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Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mr Lindsay Smith
- Dr Dwi Rahayu
- Unit Coordinators
- Ms Natalia Ahmed
- Minh Le
- Dr Dwi Rahayu
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for FIT2094?
You need (FIT1045, FIT1048, FIT1051 or FIT1053); or (ENG1013 and ENG1014) before you enrol.
What can I take after FIT2094?
FIT2094 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 8 units, including FIT2104, FIT3003, FIT3152, FIT3161, FIT3163 and FIT3176. Those lead on to 52 units in all.
When is FIT2094 offered?
In 2026, FIT2094 runs in Semester 1, Semester 2 and Summer B at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is FIT2094?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does FIT2094 have an exam?
No. FIT2094 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include FIT2094?
FIT2094 is part of Business analytics, Software engineering and Web development.