Course
SQL Server System Administration Fundamentals
Course Duration
3 Days
This 3 day course is intended for students who need to learn the essential skills necessary to maintain a Microsoft SQL Server 2016 or 2017 system infrastructure. Being concise and hands-on, it is aimed at quickly getting students familiar with the Microsoft SQL Server administration concepts, tools and utilities. The installation of SQL Server, covered in the first module of the course, is optional and can be omitted to free up time for other topics if desired.
The course focuses on managing a single on-premise SQL Server Database instance and does not delve into more advanced enterprise features such as high availability and replication. Neither do we consider cloud-based solutions in this course. That said, for delegates looking to get a strong grounding in SQL Server architecture and administration, perhaps before advancing on to more advanced features, this is an ideal course upon which to build.
Attendees will gain insight into the infrastructure and architecture of SQL Server, enabling individuals to fully understand the product with which they are dealing. Configuration of server instances and databases is given full treatment, as are database transaction logs, and the creation and maintenance of indexes. Concise treatment is given to managing SQL Server security, including both at the server and database level. The focus then shifts to examining how best to move and protect data, such as when importing or exporting it between heterogeneous data sources, backing it up to external media, and restoring data from a backup. Many tasks involved in the day to day administration of a SQL Server instance can be performed automatically, making an administrators life potentially simpler, and such is the subject matter in the module dealing with SQL Server Automation. The final part of the course looks at monitoring and troubleshooting SQL Server performance and related issues.
Private Courses
The course focuses on managing a single on-premise SQL Server Database instance and does not delve into more advanced enterprise features such as high availability and replication. Neither do we consider cloud-based solutions in this course. That said, for delegates looking to get a strong grounding in SQL Server architecture and administration, perhaps before advancing on to more advanced features, this is an ideal course upon which to build.
Attendees will gain insight into the infrastructure and architecture of SQL Server, enabling individuals to fully understand the product with which they are dealing. Configuration of server instances and databases is given full treatment, as are database transaction logs, and the creation and maintenance of indexes. Concise treatment is given to managing SQL Server security, including both at the server and database level. The focus then shifts to examining how best to move and protect data, such as when importing or exporting it between heterogeneous data sources, backing it up to external media, and restoring data from a backup. Many tasks involved in the day to day administration of a SQL Server instance can be performed automatically, making an administrators life potentially simpler, and such is the subject matter in the module dealing with SQL Server Automation. The final part of the course looks at monitoring and troubleshooting SQL Server performance and related issues.
This course is available as a private event. A private event can be held at one of our venues, your location, or somewhere else if you prefer.
Prerequisites
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- Delegates should be familiar with working in a Microsoft Windows Server operating system environment. Delegates should also have an understanding of the fundamental design of relational databases including, but not restricted to, the purpose of primary and foreign keys, entity relationships, and data normalization. A good working knowledge of the SQL language will also be assumed.
Objectives
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- Upon successful completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
• Configure a SQL Server 2016 or 2017 Instance
• Create, Configure and Manage Databases
• Understand SQL Server Internal Storage Mechanisms
• Implement and Manage Indexes
• Understand and Implement SQL Server Security
• Understand Data Transfer Utilities
• Backup and Restore Databases
• Automate Tasks in SQL Server
• Monitor and Troubleshoot SQL Server
• Understand SQL Server Transactions and Locking
- Upon successful completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
Course Content
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Install and Configure a SQL Server InstanceOverview of SQL Server 2016 and 2017
Installing SQL Server (optional)
Configuring Instance-Level Settings
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Configuring and Managing DatabasesCreating and Managing Database Files and Filegroups
Configuring Databases
System Databases
TempDB Database Considerations
Managing Log Files
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SQL Server InternalsHow SQL Server Stores and Manages Data Internally
Examining Internal Storage Mechanisms -
Creating and Managing IndexesSQL Server Index Architecture
Clustered v Non-Clustered Indexes
Creating and Modifying Indexes
Missing and Unused Indexes
Understanding and Managing Index Fragmentation
Understanding and Managing Statistics -
SQL Server SecurityManaging Logins and Server Roles
Managing Users and Database Roles
Assigning and Managing Permissions
Using Schemas
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Transferring DataOverview of Copying and Exporting Data
Using BCP to Import and Export Data
BULK INSERT
OPENROWSET(BULK)
SELECT INTO
Using the SQL Server Import and Export Wizard
Introducing SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) -
Backups and RecoveryUnderstanding Database Recovery Models Indirect Checkpoints
Understanding Backup Types
Backup Options
Encrypted Backups
Performing Database and Log Backups
Backing Up System Databases
Viewing Backup History
Restoring Database and Log Backups
Restoring System Databases
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SQL Server AutomationOverview of SQL Server Automation
The SQL Server Agent Service
Configuring Credentials and Proxy Accounts
Implementing Jobs
Implementing Operators and Notifications
Implementing Alerts
Maintenance Plans
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Monitoring and Troubleshooting SQL ServerIntroduction to Monitoring SQL Server
Using DMVs and DMFs
Activity Monitor
Performance Monitor
Introduction to Extended Events
Diagnosing Common Issues
Your SQL Server course can be delivered online or in-person. You can choose your learning path and delivery style. Learn in-person or online with our virtual classrooms. Your course can be delivered online, at your office or at one of our training venues, it's your choice. Small class sizes. Course materials included. Flexible course content. Expert trainers and tried & tested training methods. Course materials available online using your personal training account.
You can master SQL Server, please contact us to book a place or request a quote.
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Course Options
Please contact us to discuss options for this courseBespokeBespokeBespoke private training can be based on an existing course or a number of lessons taken from several courses, we can also write bespoke courses for you based on your in-house systems or development program.PrivatePrivateFlexible content, flexible date, flexible location, variable length, private to your organisation - Courses can be held at one of our training venues or at another location convenient to you. Training can be set over a number of days or weeks to allow for practice time between training sessions.VirtualVirtualThese courses can be attended from anywhere.
- Virtual Training
IT Training Solutions Ltd
Oakville, 14 Durham Road West, Bowburn, Durham, DH6 5AU
0191 377 8377
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Printed:4/28/2024 9:33:18 PM
Oakville, 14 Durham Road West, Bowburn, Durham, DH6 5AU
0191 377 8377
ittrainingsolutions.co.uk
Printed:4/28/2024 9:33:18 PM