Total Time: 4 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course provides an overview of data modeling with an emphasis on relational database systems, and shows users how to implement a logical design by creating a database in SQL Server 2000.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Gather database requirements
Build a logical data model
Create and alter databases, files, and filegroups
View and change database properties and options

Topics: 
Data modeling
Logical design
Components of the logical model
Entity relationships
Normalization
Data integrity and constraints
Physical design considerations
The SQL Server 2000 software
System files and tables
Database files and filegroups
Creating a database
Altering a database
Other database modifications
Useful functions and stored procedures

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.