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Course Description

The SQL Querying Bootcamp is the first of many certifications available in SQL at the UMSL Skills Lab. This foundations-level program provides each participant with essential skills using SQL (Structured Querying Language), the standard programming language for database interaction. This bootcamp lays the groundwork for effectively querying databases, beginning with basic database theory, SQL syntax, and constructing simple queries to select data. As participants progress through the course series, they will learn to sort and filter data, use aggregate functions, group results, and understand the basics of joining tables. By the end of the bootcamp, participants will be equipped to write basic SQL queries for extracting and manipulating data across various database systems. Completing this bootcamp will result in earning the SQL Fundamental Database Querying Skills digital badge, which can be displayed on platforms like LinkedIn.

Successful completion of the SQL Querying Bootcamp satisfies the prerequisites for our SQL Fundamental Database Querying Skills 

Who Should Enroll in This Bootcamp?

SQL is an excellent entry point for anyone interested in data analysis. This bootcamp is ideal for employees in roles such as marketers, managers, public health specialists, financial planners and accountants, researchers, and insurance experts. The bootcamp enhances competency in data management and boosts confidence in ensuring data accuracy and validity. It is particularly beneficial for employees and job seekers looking to improve their database management skills for professional development.

Core Skills Developed

  • Fundamental Querying Skills: Learn to write basic SQL queries essential for database lookup and data manipulation tasks.
  • Data Sorting and Filtering: Acquire skills to sort and filter datasets to retrieve precise data needed for reporting and efficient database interactions.
  • Data Aggregation: Master the use of aggregate functions to summarize data, providing insights into trends and potential future states.
  • Advanced Data Functions: Gain proficiency in advanced SQL functions and expressions for sophisticated data calculations and manipulations.
  • Basic Joins and Relationships: Understand how to join tables to consolidate data from multiple sources, a crucial skill for generating comprehensive reports and analyses.

Requirements

This bootcamp comprises a series of four progressive courses: Introduction to SQL, Intermediate Applications of SQL, Advanced SQL Queries Level 1, and Advanced SQL Queries Level 2. Completing this bootcamp will result in earning the SQL Fundamental Database Querying Skills digital badge, which can be displayed on platforms like LinkedIn.

Course Schedule

The bootcamp may be taken online synchronously or in person at our training center in Des Peres, St. Louis County, Missouri. Employers and job centers may also request training held at an offsite location. Please contact info@skillslab.umsl.edu for further information.

Pathways

This bootcamp fulfills 26 hours of coursework required for the UMSL Chancellor’s Certificates in Data Analysis, Database Technology, Programming, and Web Development. Each course is valued at 0.65 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

For More Information

For more information and registration details, please visit the dedicated area on our website or contact our support team at info@skillslab.umsl.edu.

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