SQL – Structured Query Language
The module explains what SQL or Structured Query Language is, why it is important and how it is used with relational databases.
The module then visits some of the most common commands, filters and joins and their uses and applications to the data.
The module also explains some of the potential drawbacks of using SQL for an organisation.

Learning Objectives:
Learn what a SQL is.
Learn why SQL is important.
Learn how SQL works.
Learn some of the main commands of SQL.
Learn some of the potential drawbacks of using SQL.
Who is Suitable?
No prior knowledge is required so all Data Practitioners can undertake the course.
As this is a data architecture & IT module the content is especially useful for data architects but would also be a useful for a wide spectrum of data roles; including but not exclusive to data owners, data stewards, data modellers, data analysts and data lineage analysts.
Videos:
- What is SQL and what is it used for?
- Are there differences in the type of joins that SQL uses?
- Can you explain the drawbacks of SQL?
Contents:
An Interactive Presentation
3 Videos
60+ Questions
10+ Interactive Questions
3 Final Practice Tests – 30 questions over 30 minutes
Final Examination – 60 questions over 30 minutes
Certification