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Microsoft Technical
SQL Querying Fundamentals – Part 1
- 1 days
- 7 upcoming dates
- 7 guaranteed to run
- May qualify for CEU/PDU credit
Upcoming dates
All times shown in the class's own timezone. 7 of 7 are guaranteed to run, meaning they go ahead regardless of enrollment.
| Dates | Starts | Where | Status | Seat | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Aug 20 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $695 | |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $695 | |
| Mon, Sep 28 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $695 | |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $695 | |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $695 | |
| Tue, Nov 24 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $695 | |
| Tue, Dec 15 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $695 |
About this class
Over 70% of business decision-makers say their teams struggle with data access, most don’t know how to use SQL effectively. This one-day beginner-level training course provides a hands-on introduction to SQL fundamentals using Microsoft SQL Server.
You’ll learn SQL from the ground up, gaining the skills to write queries, filter and sort results, combine data from multiple tables, and manipulate output for analysis or reporting. Real-world exercises guide you through every step so you can confidently retrieve information from a relational database.
What you'll be able to do
After completing this course, you’ll be equipped to use SQL to extract and manipulate data from relational databases. You'll gain practical experience writing queries, formatting results, and applying functions using SQL Server.
- Run basic SQL statements to retrieve data
- Apply conditions and logical filters using WHERE clauses
- Use string, numeric, and date functions for calculated results
- Organize and group query output
- Join tables and identify missing or unmatched records
Course outline
Module 1: Executing Basic SQL Statements
- Connect to a SQL Server database
- Create, modify, and execute queries
- Save and reopen query files
Module 2: Filtering with Conditional Logic
- Limit results using comparison operators
- Combine multiple conditions
- Search for ranges, NULL values, and patterns
Module 3: Using Built-In SQL Functions
- Perform date and time calculations
- Manipulate strings and text fields
- Calculate summaries with aggregate functions
Module 4: Structuring and Summarizing Output
- Sort results and apply custom rankings
- Group data and filter grouped rows
- Pivot and unpivot results for advanced formatting
Module 5: Working Across Tables
- Merge data with inner and outer joins
- Identify records without matches
- Compare and combine multiple result sets
Module 6: Exporting Results and Creating Reports
- Format and save query results
- Generate basic XML output
- Review common reporting use cases
Before you attend
- Basic computer literacy
- Basic PC operating system navigation skills
- Basic Internet usage skills
Who this is for
Individuals with basic computer skills, familiar with concepts related to database structure and terminology, and who want to use SQL to query databases.
How reserving works. Your card is authorized, not charged. We confirm the seat with the training center, usually within one business day, and take payment only once it is held. If the class turns out to be full we release the authorization and you are not charged.
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