Software Development and Information Management

Education facts

Code: DVGB24

Module 1 includes: 1. principles and use of general database management systems (DBMS), 2. the architecture of database systems, 3. the relational data model (data structures, relational algebra, data integrity), 4. the SQL programming language, 5. methods for database design (the E/R model, functional dependencies, normalisation), 6. storage structures for databases (indexing), 7. transaction management, and 8. Introduction to other types of databases, such as distributed and web-based databases. Module 2 includes: 1. a series of lectures and laboratory sessions focused on theories and concepts relevant to software technology and software management, 2. a practical group project in which students apply their knowledge of software development in practice through developing and modifying existing software and codebase, and 3. written reports and oral presentations in which students present the project activities and results. Module 3 includes: The module covers the most relevant definitions and foundational principles in both data protection and artificial intelligence, particularly in relation to machine learning models based on personal training data. Special emphasis is placed on the various approaches to identifying and managing privacy-related risks when using artificial intelligence algorithms, as well as on the legal requirements for IT systems that incorporate AI components, such as machine learning models or large language models. The focus is on European and Swedish legislation.

Entry requirements

Programming and data structures (15 credits). An equivalence assessment can be made.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Software Development and Information Management

  Karlstad University

  Karlstad

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %