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Overview
Whether you are a beginning programmer with an interest in Data Science, a data scientist working closely with content experts, or a software developer seeking to learn about the database layer of the stack this Databases for Data Scientists course offered by Coursera in partnership with University of Colorado Boulder is for you!
This course focuses on the relational database which is the most widely used type of database. Relational databases have dominated the database software marketplace for nearly four decades and form a core, foundational part of software development.
In this specialization you will learn about database design, database software fundamentals, and how to use the Structured Query Language (SQL) to work with databases. The specialization, will conclude with an overview of future trends in databases, including non-relational databases (NoSQL) and Big Data. Upon completion of this specialization you will be well prepared to design and create efficient and effective relational databases, fill them with data, and work with them using SQL.
Applied Learning Project
In Relational Database Design and The Structured Query Language (SQL), you will perform coding exercises, reflect on what you learned, and describe the challenges you experienced. Then, in Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Database Technologies, you will map out a plan for a big data project and investigate the benefits and drawbacks of non-relational databases.
What You Will Learn:
- Design effective, efficient databases through normalization and data modeling
- Knowledge about database operations, data warehouse, big data, and NoSQL
- Develop expertise in programming with the Structured Query Language (“SQL”)
Skills You Will Gain:
- Database (DB) Design
- Data Warehousing
- Database Administration
- SQL
- NoSQL
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Courses include:
- Relational Database Design
- The Structured Query Language (SQL)
- Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Database Technologies
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Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
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Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
Beginner level
- No particular background is required - only an interest in learning how to build and query databases!
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Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.
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