This course is an introduction to the use and design of database management systems (DBMS). The student will gain practical knowledge of DBMS software using a leading personal computer package. The student will be directed through the setup of tables, the use of forms and reports, introductory macro controls, simple database control programming, database administration, and database query procedures. The student will also be introduced to database design concepts including entity relationship diagrams and normalization. Prerequisite: CITA 110 for non-computer majors (3:3,0)