17 On-Demand Sessions Start on July 6, 2012 and Ends August 4, 2012

Course Overview

In a partnership agreement with Pragmatic Works, SSWUG.ORG’s virtual class is designed to introduce SQL Server DBA’s to the new and exciting features available in SQL Server 2012 . We use a variety of lab exercises to ensure lecture sessions are backed up by hands-on experience.  With the hands-on labs, you will experience how the new features can be utilized in your everyday DBA work. This course will cover topics such as AlwaysOn, ColumnStore indexes, SQL Server Data Tools, the FileTable feature, Azure and administering the BI platform within the context of SQL Server 2012.
 

Prerequisites

 The target of this class is SQL Server DBA’s, developers, architects or IT professionals who have average to good T-SQL skills already. This class assumes that you have a good understanding of SQL Server fundamentals. For example, you should know and use the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) interface and associated toolbox items before attending this class. It is not mandatory but some experience using the Business Intelligence Design Studio (BIDS) interface will be an advantage to you.
 

Section Descriptions

Throughout the 30-day course, you will learn:

• Administration and Performance
• AlwaysOn and Disaster Recovery
• Programmability
• Administering the BI platform

Course Structure and Cost

Upon registration and payment, you will receive an email with instructions on how to test your system in order to view the sessions, as well as a link that will remain active for the 30 day on-demand period.

The course cost is $169 for full SSWUG.ORG members and $199 for non-members. The cost of the DVD with purchase of the course is an additional $199. The DVD costs $399 if you do not purchase a course seat. Course downloads, office hours and the ability to email questions to the instructor are included with course purchase only.

 Once you have completed the course, you will have the opportunity to take a course quiz and receive a course certificate. After passing the quiz, please allow up to five business days after the course is finalized to receive your certificate (.PDF via e-mail).