Part I: Introduction to Conceptual Modelling

What Is Conceptual Modelling?

Premises and Foundations of Conceptual Modelling

Benefits and Applications of Conceptual Modelling

Part II: The Basics of Conceptual Modelling

Objects

Classes

Attributes

Enumerated Types

Associations

Generalization and Specialization

Recap of Part II

Part III: Advanced Conceptual Modelling

Advanced Enumerated Types

Advanced Features

Advanced Generalization

Model Architecture

Vagueness

Temporality

Subjectivity

Feature Redefinition

Metainformation

Recap of Part III

Part IV: A Model of Cultural Heritage

An Ontology for Cultural Heritage

Overview of CHARM

CHARM General Concepts

Tangible Entities

Agents

Manifestations and Performative Entities

Occurrences

Abstract Entities

Representations

Valorizations

Derived Entities

Recap of Part IV

Part V: Applying Conceptual Modelling

Modelling Patterns

Constructing Quality Models

Extending Models

Developing Database Systems

Recap of Part V

Solutions to Exercises

List of CHARM Model Elements