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Name
DBMS
Categories
Short Courses Programmes
Unit
8
Duration
6/months
Lecture Supported
Yes
Total Course
Fee: R 7000
Course Overview
The Database Management Systems (DBMS) course provides learners with essential knowledge and skills to design, develop, and manage modern databases. This course covers fundamental concepts, relational databases, SQL programming, and database security, preparing learners to handle real-world data challenges effectively.
You Will Learn
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Introduction to DBMS
- Overview of databases and DBMS concepts
- Types of database systems
- Data models and architecture
Relational Database Concepts
- Understanding tables, keys, and relationships
- Entity-Relationship (ER) modeling
Structured Query Language (SQL)
- Basics of SQL: SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE
- Advanced queries, joins, and subqueries
- SQL functions and procedures
Database Design & Normalization
- Data normalization and denormalization
- Designing efficient and scalable databases
Database Administration
- User management and access control
- Backup, recovery, and performance tuning
Database Security and Integrity
- Data security best practices
- Handling data anomalies and ensuring data integrity
NoSQL and Modern Databases
- Introduction to NoSQL databases
- Comparing relational and non-relational databases
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand and explain key DBMS concepts.
- Design relational databases using ER modeling.
- Write and optimize SQL queries.
- Implement security measures for database protection.
- Manage database systems for performance and reliability.
- Understand the differences between relational and NoSQL databases.
Frequently Asked Question
This course is ideal for beginners, IT professionals, data analysts, and anyone interested in learning about database systems.
No prior experience is necessary. Basic computer literacy is sufficient to start the course.
You will need access to a computer with an SQL database system installed, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQLite.
Study Options:
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