Non-Spatial Database Models (045)

• This section introduces the terms and concepts needed to understand non-spatial databases and their underlying data models, including a motivation of the need for database management systems, an overview of database terminology, and a description of non-spatial data models.  After learning the material covered in this unit, students should be able to explain the purpose of a database management system, list the major non-spatial data models and their features, and identify the primary distinctions between the major non-spatial data models.

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