Course Description

Course Overview

Microsoft SQL Server Fundamentals is an introductory training program designed for individuals and professionals seeking to gain a foundational understanding of Microsoft SQL Server, a powerful relational database management system. Participants will learn essential concepts related to database design, querying data, managing databases, and basic administration tasks in SQL Server.

Prerequisites

To excel in this course, participants should have a basic understanding of databases and general computer skills. Familiarity with SQL or other programming languages will be helpful but not mandatory. No prior experience with Microsoft SQL Server is required, making this course suitable for beginners in database management.

Methodology

The course will be delivered through a combination of instructor-led lectures, practical demonstrations, hands-on labs, and interactive discussions. Participants will have access to dedicated SQL Server environments for hands-on practice, enabling them to apply the concepts learned in real-world scenarios. The course will be led by certified instructors with expertise in database management and Microsoft SQL Server, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Microsoft SQL Server
• Understanding the role of Microsoft SQL Server in database management
• Overview of SQL Server editions and components
• Identifying SQL Server features and capabilities
• Relational Database Concepts and Design
• Explaining relational database concepts, tables, and relationships
• Designing databases with entity-relationship diagrams (ERDs)
• Implementing normalization principles for efficient database design
• Querying Data with Transact-SQL (T-SQL)
• Understanding T-SQL basics and syntax
• Writing SELECT statements to retrieve data from tables
• Using filtering, sorting, and grouping to refine query results
• Managing SQL Server Databases
• Creating and modifying databases in SQL Server
• Backing up and restoring databases for data protection
• Implementing security and access control for database objects
• Basic Administration Tasks in SQL Server
• Monitoring and managing server and database performance
• Identifying and resolving common database issues
• Configuring SQL Server for optimal performance

Outcome

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core concepts of Microsoft SQL Server and its role in database management.
• Design and create relational databases with proper table structures and relationships.
• Write basic T-SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data in SQL Server databases.
• Manage SQL Server databases, perform backups, and implement security measures.
• Perform basic administration tasks to monitor and optimize SQL Server performance.

Labs

• Designing a Relational Database with Entity-Relationship Diagrams (ERDs)
• Writing T-SQL Queries to Retrieve Data from Tables
• Creating and Modifying SQL Server Databases
• Implementing Security and Access Control in SQL Server
• Monitoring SQL Server Performance and Resolving Database Issues