22C:244 Database System Implementation

Spring 2005 - University of Iowa

Overview

The third offering of 22C:244 Database System Implementation was offered in Spring 2005. Overall, the class went well as most material was similar to the previous year, although the notes were completed and new programming assignments were added to complement the homework assignments. All the notes were available from Zephyr Copies before class which worked well. The course was much smaller (9 students) than previous years (as many graduate students have taken 244 already). However, several students (7 students) who were in 144 in the Fall decided to take 244 in the Spring. The course involved homework and programming assignments, a midterm exam, a final exam, and a major project. Most students did very well, and many created interesting projects. The midterm exam was shorter but still a little too long. The final exam was a little shorter, but I gave over 4 hours to finish the final which was plenty of time for everyone. Also, the small class size resulted in my highest teaching evaluations to date (including some perfect 6/6!).

The class was in 110 MacLean Hall from 1:05-2:20 Tuesday/Thursday.

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Student Performance

Of the 9 registered students who started the course, 8 passed the course for a 89% pass rate. The average GPA was 3.37 or just above a B+. Charts showing the mark breakdown are below.

Mark Breakdown Percentage Mark Breakdown

Special recognition goes to Ryan McCrone who was the highest mark in both 144 and 244!

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