Course Details

ADVANCED MICROSOFT SQL SERVER
Course Synopsis
Database Design and Implementation – The course is tailored for beginners aiming to master coding in Database design and implementation. It spans 80 hours, combining lectures and labs with a focus on hands-on experience. Labs, scheduled on specific dates, are mandatory and graded. The course underscores the vital role of lab exercises ineffective software programming learning, penalizing late submissions. Instructors provide essential lecture/lab material as needed, via handouts or email. An optional concluding exam gauges students' grasp of the covered content—both practical and theoretical—essential for progression. Evaluation criteria encompass attendance, lab tasks, and the final test.
Required Textbooks
- Walter Shields, “SQL QuickStart Guide”, ClydeBank Media.
- Allen G. Taylor, “SQL All-in-One for Dummies”, Wiley.
Completion Criteria
After fulfilling all of the following criteria, the student will be deemed to have finished the Module:
- Has attended 90% of all classes held.
- Has received an average grade of 80% on all assignments.
- Has received an average of 60% in assessments.
- The tutor believes the student has grasped all of the concepts and is ready to go on to the second module.
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge about programming, bits/bytes, procedures, classes, computer architecture, etc. If you just have theoretical knowledge that is perfectly okay but you should have strong convictions on what programming is, and what you hope to achieve from this class.
- Willing and eager to spend at least 10-20 hours (varying from student-to-student) per week outside of the training class to read/write codes in JavaScript (self-study and practice).
- There is no prior educational level requirement for this course. Anyone from 10+2 students to someone who is doing their PHD are welcome to take this course.
- If you are only interested in theory and have no interest/patience in spending at least 10 hours every week throughout the duration of the course, then this course might not be for you.
- If you have absolutely no idea about programming or do not see yourself doing programming in the next six - odd months, then this class may not be for you.