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Course Description

Learn how to efficiently store and recall large volumes of data by using SQL (Structured Query Language) relational databases. SQL is essential for storing data in software projects and websites of any size. In this course, students will explore databases through MariaDB (MySQL) and examine the topic of data normalization. Topics include table creation, table relationships, data manipulation, subqueries, and more.

This course may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG), with final approval determined by CAPG administrators. Employers and applicants can review the CAPG guidelines and full details on the University of Albertaโ€™s Continuing Education website.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • ๐Ÿ—ธ Demonstrate an understanding of database concepts and their purpose.
  • ๐Ÿ—ธ Build an entity relationship diagram representing data.
  • ๐Ÿ—ธ Build a MySQL or MariaDB-compatible database.

Notes
  • ๐Ÿ—ธThis course delivery format is bichronous.
  • ๐Ÿ—ธ100% of course content is delivered online.
  • ๐Ÿ—ธStudents engage in both asynchronous learning, coupled with scheduled synchronous sessions throughout the course.
  • ๐Ÿ—ธTo view the schedule of the synchronous sessions, click the "view details" link under Schedule and Location on the course section.
  • ๐Ÿ—ธEXSM 3937 - Databases is 32 hours.

Recommendations

Applicants intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

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Section Title
Databases
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
M
Time
7:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Mar 02, 2026 to Mar 23, 2026
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Mar 02, 2026 to Mar 29, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
32.0
Delivery Options
Online - Bichronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $895.00
Section Title
Databases
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Oct 26, 2026 to Nov 29, 2026
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
W
Time
7:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Oct 28, 2026 to Nov 25, 2026
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
T
Time
7:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Nov 10, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
32.0
Delivery Options
Online - Bichronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $895.00
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