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Become a Certified Database Administrator
Database administrators play a crucial role in the software industry, and they are responsible for developing and managing databases. Individuals interested in this field gain expertise in designing logical and comprehensive approaches to anticipate outcomes and needs, as well as planning and designing functional and efficient databases.
In today’s competitive marketplace, database administrators need specialized skills. The Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate and the Oracle Database Administration Certified Specialist provide essential skills for this role. The SQL Certified Associate designation allows you to pursue a career as an application developer, while the Administration Certified Specialist designation enables you to work as a junior database administrator. Earn these professional certifications to manage large databases and develop large-scale database applications.
Courses
TEC-526: Oracle Database SQL
In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of SQL using Oracle Database Technology. The course provides knowledge and skills in manipulating, restricting, and sorting data; using single, group, and conversion functions; using set operators; using subqueries; controlling user access; managing schema objects; and many more. This course prepares you for the Oracle Database SQL 1Z0–071 (or current exam) to earn Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate certification, which is a first step to other Oracle certifications.
Cost: $336*
*Includes a $100 lab fee.
TEC-531 Problem-Solving with Databases: MOS Access
This course teaches students to create, manage, and modify databases using tables, queries, forms, and reports. Advanced features include the use of sub-forms, PivotTables, and macros. Using Microsoft Access, students construct various tables, relationships, queries, forms, and reports to solve financial, statistical, and logical problems. This meets concurrently with credit course INT-2150 and prepares you for the Microsoft Office Certification Exam (MOS) exam in Access. Students must purchase an exam voucher through Certiport to take the exam.
Cost: $420*
*Includes a $150 lab fee.
TEC-533: Fundamentals of Database Management - Oracle Certified Professional
In this course, students will gain a solid foundation in the fundamental concepts of relational database management. Students are introduced to database architecture, data migration and recovery, high availability techniques, database performance tuning, and basic database security tasks. They will learn to install and configure a relational database server and run queries to retrieve data. Upon completing this course, students will be prepared to take Oracle's MySQL Database Professional exam, IZO-888 (or current exam), to become an Oracle Certified Professional. This course is cross-listed with INT 2080.
Cost: $420*
*Includes a $150 lab fee.
TEC-534: Oracle Database Administration 19C
This course is designed for entry-level database administrators, data warehouse administrators, support engineers, technical administrators, and database engineers. It provides instruction on Oracle Database administration and prepares students for Certification Exam 1Z0–912 (or current exam) Oracle Database Administration Specialist. Topics include installing and maintaining Oracle Database 19c instances and creating an operational database and properly managing the various structures effectively and efficiently using performance monitoring, database security, user management, and backup/recovery techniques.
Cost: $336*
*Includes a $100 lab fee.
Course Delivery Formats
Remote Classes: Learning in Real Time
Remote classes meet online via Zoom within your Canvas course at scheduled times. Students can interact with their instructors and classmates in real time while accessing learning materials, submitting assignments, and participating in discussions through Canvas. Deadlines and due dates are provided to keep students on track.
Online Classes: Learning on Your Own Time
Online classes offer flexibility, allowing students to access course content anytime—24/7—through Canvas. Instructors set deadlines for assignments, tests, and projects, and students engage in discussions with instructors and peers at their convenience.
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Contact Information
Center for Advanced Technology (CAT)
301-546-0873 | itcerts@pgcc.edu
CAT Building, Room 129
Prince George's Community College
301 Largo Road
Largo, MD 20774