Course Description
This comprehensive training course on Database Management Systems (DBMS) Design and Implementation is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to design, implement, and manage efficient and scalable database systems. The course covers both theoretical and practical aspects of database systems, ensuring participants gain hands-on experience in working with modern database technologies.
The course will explore key topics such as database modeling, relational database design, SQL programming, database administration, performance tuning, and emerging trends in database technologies. Participants will also learn about data security, backup and recovery, and how to integrate databases with applications.
Course Objectives
Upon the successful completion of this Database Management Systems Design and Implementation Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of database systems and their components.
- Learn how to design and implement relational databases.
- Master SQL for querying and manipulating data.
- Gain skills in database administration, including security and performance optimization.
- Explore advanced database concepts such as NoSQL, distributed databases, and cloud-based solutions.
Training Methodology
The course is designed to be highly interactive, challenging and stimulating. It will be an instructor led training and will be delivered using a blended learning approach comprising of presentations, discussions, guided sessions of practical exercise, case study review, web-based tutorials, group work, exploration of relevant issues collaborative strength training, performance measurement, and workshops of participants displays, all of which adhere to the highest standards of training. The training technique is built on learning by doing, with lecturers using a learner-centered approach to engage participants and provide tasks that allow them to apply what theyve learned. Experiential knowledge is also given equal importance within the format of training. Our facilitators are seasoned industry professionals with years of expertise in their chosen fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
Who Should Attend?
This Database Management Systems Design and Implementation Training Course would be suitable for, but not limited to:
- Database Administrators
- Software Developers and Engineers
- IT Professionals Involved in Data Management
- System Analysts and Designers
- Data Scientists and Analysts
- Students and Academics pursuing careers in Database Management
Personal Benefits
- Enhanced technical skills in database design and management.
- Improved career prospects in the IT and data management fields.
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and technologies.
- Confidence to handle complex database projects.
Organizational Benefits
- Improved database performance and reliability.
- Enhanced data security and compliance.
- Efficient data management processes.
- Skilled workforce capable of handling advanced database systems.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Database Management Systems
- Overview of DBMS and its importance
- Types of database systems: relational, NoSQL, and object-oriented
- Database architecture and components
- Data models: hierarchical, network, and relational
- Practical Session: Installing and setting up a DBMS
Module 2: Relational Database Design
- Entity-Relationship (ER) modeling
- Normalization and its importance
- Keys and constraints in relational databases
- Converting ER diagrams to relational schemas
- Practical Session: Designing a relational database schema
Module 3: Introduction to Microsoft Access in Database Management
- Introduction to Microsoft Access and its features
- Creating and managing databases in Access
- Designing tables, forms, and reports
- Querying data using Access SQL
- Integrating Access with other Microsoft Office tools
- Practical Session: Building a functional database using Microsoft Access
Module 4: Structured Query Language (SQL)
- Introduction to SQL and its syntax
- Data definition language (DDL) commands
- Data manipulation language (DML) commands
- Querying data using SELECT statements
- Practical Session: Writing and executing SQL queries
Module 5: Advanced SQL Programming
- Joins and subqueries
- Aggregation and grouping
- Views and stored procedures
- Transactions and concurrency control
- Practical Session: Implementing advanced SQL queries
Module 6: Database Administration
- Roles and responsibilities of a database administrator
- User management and access control
- Backup and recovery strategies
- Database monitoring and performance tuning
- Practical Session: Performing database backup and recovery
Module 7: Data Security and Integrity
- Data encryption and masking
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Auditing and compliance
- Data integrity constraints
- Practical Session: Implementing data security measures
Module 8: NoSQL Databases
- Introduction to NoSQL databases
- Types of NoSQL databases: document, key-value, column-family, and graph
- Use cases for NoSQL databases
- Comparing NoSQL and relational databases
- Practical Session: Working with a NoSQL database
Module 9: Distributed Databases
- Concepts of distributed database systems
- Data replication and partitioning
- Consistency models in distributed systems
- Challenges and solutions in distributed databases
- Practical Session: Setting up a distributed database
Module 10: Cloud-Based Database Solutions
- Overview of cloud databases
- Database as a Service (DBaaS)
- Migrating databases to the cloud
- Managing cloud databases
- Practical Session: Deploying a database on a cloud platform
Module 11: Database Integration with Applications
- Connecting databases to applications
- Using APIs for database interaction
- ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) tools
- Best practices for database integration
- Practical Session: Integrating a database with a web application
Module 12: Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence
- Introduction to data warehousing
- ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes
- OLAP (Online Analytical Processing)
- Business intelligence tools and techniques
- Practical Session: Building a simple data warehouse
Module 13: Big Data and Database Systems
- Introduction to big data and its challenges
- Databases for big data: Hadoop and Spark
- Data lakes and their architecture
- Integrating traditional databases with big data systems
- Practical Session: Processing big data using a database
Module 14: Emerging Trends in Database Technologies
- Blockchain and databases
- In-memory databases
- Graph databases and their applications
- AI and machine learning in database management
- Practical Session: Exploring a graph database
Module 15: Database Performance Optimization
- Indexing and query optimization
- Caching strategies
- Database partitioning and sharding
- Tools for performance monitoring
- Practical Session: Optimizing database performance
Module 16: Database Migration and Upgrades
- Planning and executing database migrations
- Version control for databases
- Handling schema changes
- Testing and validation after migration
- Practical Session: Migrating a database to a new version
Module 17: Case Studies and Real-World Applications
- Case study: Database design for an e-commerce platform
- Case study: Database management in healthcare
- Case study: Financial data management
- Lessons learned from real-world scenarios
- Practical Session: Analyzing a case study and proposing solutions
Module 18: Capstone Project
- Designing and implementing a complete database system
- Integrating all learned concepts
- Presenting the project to peers and trainers
- Practical Session: Working on the capstone project
Requirements
- Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
- Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.
Terms and Conditions
- Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
- What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
- Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.
- The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
- Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.
Booking for a Course
Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.
Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737566961
Payment Options
We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:
- Groups of 5 People and Above Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.
- Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
- Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)
Cancellation Policy
- Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
- Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
- No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.
Tailor Made Courses
This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961
