Course Details: Data Engineering
Module number: 263032-302, last updated: 10 March 2026
Content
This module is based on a case study in the field of Data Engineering. Based on the requirements of a given application scenario, students design and implement an appropriate database or data structure following a structured development approach. The module covers in particular:
- analysis and specification of requirements for the database or data structure and selection of suitable technologies,
- design and implementation of appropriate data structures,
- development and application of suitable testing concepts, and
- documentation of the development process and presentation of the results.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the module, students are able to apply data engineering methods to a defined problem scenario. They are capable of designing, implementing, testing, and, if necessary, improving a database or data structure according to the requirements of a given application context. Students understand the relationships between different modelling levels and techniques and are able to systematically transfer and apply them.
When working on the case study in groups, students apply either a task-divided or collaborative working approach. In doing so, they further develop their communication, cooperation, and coordination skills while achieving methodological and subject-specific progress.
Teaching Format
- Case Study in Data Engineering (2 contact hours per week)
Language
The course may be taught in either German or English.
The examination questions will be provided in English. Students may submit their examination in either German or English.
Target Group
The course is part of the following study programs (list may not be exhaustive):
- Master Business Intelligence & Analytics
- Master Finance
- Master Value Chain Management
- Master Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Master Business & Economics
- ERASMUS and PROMOS students