Course Overview:
SQL Fundamentals
This course introduces the fundamentals of SQL (Structured Query Language) for managing and querying relational databases in a data analytics context. Participants will learn to interact with databases through hands-on exercises and real-world examples, focusing on data extraction, transformation, and business insights
SQL Fundamentals
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Fundamentals of SQL & Database Management.
- Retrieve & Analyze Data Using SQL Queries.
- Modify & Manage Database Structures.
SQL Fundamentals Modules
MODULE 1- SQL & Relational Databases Basics
MODULE 1- SQL & Relational Databases Basics
MODULE 1- SQL & Relational Databases Basics
- Understand what SQL is and why it is essential for databases.
- Learn about Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS).
- Explore primary keys, foreign keys, and database relationships.
- Set up a SQL environment and run basic queries.
MODULE 2- ER Modeling basics
MODULE 1- SQL & Relational Databases Basics
MODULE 1- SQL & Relational Databases Basics
- Learn Entity-Relationship (ER) modeling for database design.
- Understand entities, attributes, relationships, and cardinality.
- Convert ER diagrams into normalized relational schemas.
- Design real-world databases using ER modeling principles.
MODULE 3: normalization & Denormalization
MODULE 1- SQL & Relational Databases Basics
MODULE 3: normalization & Denormalization
- Understand data redundancy and anomalies.
- Learn normalization (1NF, 2NF, 3NF) to improve efficiency.
- Explore denormalization and when to use it for performance optimization.
- Apply normalization principles in real-world database designs.
MODULE 4: Querying & Modifying Data
MODULE 6: Advanced Data Integrity & Constraints
MODULE 3: normalization & Denormalization
- Write SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements.
- Filter data using WHERE, LIKE, BETWEEN, and IN operators.
- Use ORDER BY and LIMIT for sorting and paginating data.
MODULE 5: Aggregate Functions & Grouping Data
MODULE 6: Advanced Data Integrity & Constraints
MODULE 6: Advanced Data Integrity & Constraints
- Use SUM, AVG, COUNT, MIN, and MAX for data analysis.
- Group data using GROUP BY and filter grouped data with HAVING.
- Apply ROLLUP & CUBE for hierarchical data aggregation.
- Perform advanced calculations in SQL queries.
MODULE 6: Advanced Data Integrity & Constraints
MODULE 6: Advanced Data Integrity & Constraints
MODULE 6: Advanced Data Integrity & Constraints
- Enforce data integrity using PRIMARY KEY, FOREIGN KEY, UNIQUE, NOT NULL, CHECK, and DEFAULT constraints.
- Implement ON DELETE CASCADE and ON UPDATE CASCADE to maintain referential integrity.
- Use composite primary keys for multi-column uniqueness.
- Prevent incorrect data entry using constraint handling techniques.
MODULE 7: Combining Data from Multiple Tables (JOINS & Subqueries)
MODULE 7: Combining Data from Multiple Tables (JOINS & Subqueries)
MODULE 7: Combining Data from Multiple Tables (JOINS & Subqueries)
- Master INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, FULL OUTER JOIN.
- Use subqueries in SELECT, FROM, and WHERE clauses.
- Retrieve insights from multiple tables efficiently.
- Apply JOINS in real-world business scenarios.
MODULE 8: SQL Functions & Data Manipulation
MODULE 7: Combining Data from Multiple Tables (JOINS & Subqueries)
MODULE 7: Combining Data from Multiple Tables (JOINS & Subqueries)
- Work with String Functions (LENGTH, CONCAT, SUBSTRING, REPLACE, UPPER, LOWER).
- Use Date Functions (NOW, CURDATE, DATEDIFF, EXTRACT, TIMESTAMPDIFF).
- Perform calculations with Numeric Functions (ROUND, CEIL, FLOOR, ABS, MOD).
- Format and manipulate data efficiently using SQL functions.
Capstone Project – Sales & Inventory Analysis
MODULE 7: Combining Data from Multiple Tables (JOINS & Subqueries)
Capstone Project – Sales & Inventory Analysis
- Apply everything learned in a real-world business scenario.
- Design and query a multi-table database for sales and inventory management.
- Optimize queries for performance and scalability.
- Present insights and recommendations using SQL reports.
Course Expectations
Course Duration
12 hours (Flexible delivery: Spread over 2 weeks )
Expected Outcome
Students will develop strong querying and data manipulation skills, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from databases.
assessment
- Hands-On Practice: Structured exercises after each module.
- Final Project: Write and execute SQL queries for a sample database.
Prerequisites
No prior database knowledge is required. Basic computer skills are recommended.
Materials provided
- Access to a sample database.
- Course slides and reference materials.
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