Introduction to SQL

COM SCI X 414.61

Structured Query Language (SQL) is a standard computer language for accessing and manipulating database systems. For those with little or no experience, this hands-on course covers basic SQL syntax for updating a database.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
Hybrid
Starting at $1,095.00
As few as 10 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Learn how to use basic Structured Query Language to write and execute queries
  • Master SQL Data Manipulation syntax
  • Understand how to write SQL Data Definition syntax to create database objects

About this course:

Structured Query Language (SQL) is an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard computer language for accessing and manipulating database systems. SQL works with database programs such as Microsoft Access and SQL Server, DB2, Informix, Oracle and Sybase. This hands-on course covers basic SQL syntax for individuals with little to no SQL experience. Instruction presents an overview of SQL and how to use SQL statements to retrieve and update data in a database. Students begin by creating basic select statements, which include using keywords such as SELECT, UPDATE, DELETE, INSERT, WHERE, HAVING and others. The course also covers intermediate topics, such as table joins, sub-queries, aggregate functions, stored procedures, triggers, cursors and transactional processing and much more.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of Windows is recommended.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Monday 6:00PM - 9:30PM PT
Enrollment Closed
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Instructor: Ricardo Patlan
399572
Fee:
$1,095.00
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Location: UCLA
Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: October 7th, 2024

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 06, 2024
Course Requirements
SQL in 10 Minutes, Sams Teach Yourself (4th Edition)
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Oct 7, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
Discussion
Mon Oct 21, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
Discussion
Mon Nov 4, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
Discussion
Mon Nov 18, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Enrollment Closed
See Details
Instructor: Erik Kellener
399571
Fee:
$1,095.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: October 7th, 2024
Refund Deadline
No refunds after September 27, 2024
Course Requirements
SQL in 10 Minutes, Sams Teach Yourself (4th Edition)
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
-
Monday 6:00PM - 9:30PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Ricardo Patlan
400677
Fee:
$1,095.00
Hybridformat icon
Location: UCLA
Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: January 20th, 2025

This hybrid section is made up of in-person and online instruction.

International Students: This hybrid section is considered in person for immigration purposes.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 19, 2025
Course Requirements
SQL in 10 Minutes, Sams Teach Yourself (4th Edition)
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Jan 13, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
Discussion
Mon Jan 27, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
Discussion
Mon Feb 10, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
Discussion
Mon Feb 24, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
Discussion
Mon Mar 10, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Physics & Astronomy Bldg. 2434
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Erik Kellener
400676
Fee:
$1,095.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: January 20th, 2025
Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 10, 2025
Course Requirements
SQL in 10 Minutes, Sams Teach Yourself (4th Edition)
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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