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  Current Database Training Course Catalog  

SQL Server 2000 Overview…
is targeted toward the new SQL Server administrator. This one-day course will give you a jump-start on how to install and manage your SQL Server 2000. You'll get an overview of SQL Server 2000 and the administrative tools that you will use to manage the SQL Server. The course combines lecture and lab, simulating a first-time installation, including creating and configuring a database, creating and loading tables, and creating indexes and views. You'll use DTS (data transformation services) to load data into SQL Server tables from external data sources. In the labs you will have an opportunity to set up scheduled jobs to ensure appropriate and timely backups of both the data and the log components of SQL Server. You'll learn how to automate administrative tasks via operators and alerts, and how to use the various wizards that SQL Server implements to assist you with the most complex administrative tasks, including performance monitoring and tuning.
Length: 1 day
Format: lecture-lab
Pre-requisites: familiarity with computers, previous experience with databases helpful but not necessary
Cost:
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Introduction to Transact-SQL…
is an introduction to programming in Structured Query Language. This two-day course will give you an introduction to Transact-SQL, or T-SQL, the native programming language of Microsoft SQL Server. In this course we cover the basics of database programming, simple and advanced queries, data modification statements, data definition and data control language, and record locking schemes. The course is set up so that the lectures alternate with hands-on lab time, ensuring that you get plenty of opportunity to practice your newly-learned skills.
Length: 2 days
Format: lecture-lab
Pre-requisites: familiarity with computers, previous experience with programming helpful but not necessary
Cost:
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Data Modeling for the Real World…
is a comprehensive course that will take you from the fundamentals of data awareness to the intricacies of database design in four days, using structured principles of entity-relationship modeling. You will learn what constitutes a good design, how to determine and incorporate business requirements, how to create and test ERMs, and how to test for proper levels of data normalization. In the accompanying lab time you will create your own database model using PowerDesigner, CASE software provided by Sybase, Inc., and integrate it with SQL Server 2000, "pushing" your model to build a SQL Server database.
Length: 4 days
Format: lecture-lab
Pre-requisites: familiarity with computers, familiarity with databases, familiarity with systems analysis and design methods
Cost:
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Courses Developed for University College, University of Denver, Denver, Colorado

Database Fundamentals, MCIS 3400
http://www.universitycollege.du.edu/oncampus/cis/courselongdescriptions.asp?offset=1
This course introduces databases and database system concepts. Held in a combined classroom-lab environment, this course is meant to give students a solid comprehension of the benefits and limitations of databases, while allowing them to get hands-on experience building a user interface to an existing database. All application development will be done in a graphical environment, using a popular desktop database workbench. Prior programming experience is not needed. Selected file processing issues will also be introduced. (Prerequisite: Recommended for students new to databases)

Database Design & Programming, MCIS 4425
http://www.universitycollege.du.edu/oncampus/cis/courselongdescriptions.asp?offset=25
This class is an introduction to database system concepts. It concentrates on the relational model and the conceptual, logical, and physical phases of database design and development. Entity-relationship modeling, data normalization to third normal form, and Structured Query Language programming are core components of the class. The class also addresses organizational concerns, exploitation of technology in today's market, and retention of data integrity. (Prerequisites: MCIS 3400, Database Fundamentals, MCIS 4210, Operating Systems or approval of instructor)

Advanced Database Design, MCIS 4428
http://www.universitycollege.du.edu/oncampus/cis/courselongdescriptions.asp?offset=26
This course builds on Database Design and SQL Programming. It includes additional data modeling techniques and upper Normal Forms (Boyce/Codd, Fourth, and Fifth). It delves into the concepts of database integrity and transaction management, concurrency protocols (locking and time stamping), and security schemes. The class also covers database optimizers, performance and tuning, and advanced SQL topics. (Prerequisite: MCIS 4425, Database Design and Processing)

Database Seminar, MCIS 4470
http://www.universitycollege.du.edu/oncampus/cis/courselongdescriptions.asp?offset=28
This course examines advanced concepts of databases using ORACLE RDBMS as the database engine. Topics covered will include database turning, performance, and other concepts of modern databases. (Prerequisites: MCIS 4428, Advanced Database Design)

Database Capstone, MCIS 4994
http://www.universitycollege.du.edu/oncampus/cis/courselongdescriptions.asp?offset=59
This course will integrate the entire database course sequence of classes. The student will approach the class from the perspective of a senior database professional. The primary focus will be the case study project, which will include all major deliverables of a small but significant database solution. The secondary focus will be the analysis and review of issues regarding management of database technology, installation, and implementation. (Prerequisites: Full acceptance as a degree candidate, completion of at least 36 quarter hours which includes core courses, concentration courses; Capstone Advisor approval)

 
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