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...incorporating MCTS certification
Organisations rely on data, data retrieval, storage and security, so the work undertaken by Database Administrators and Database Developers is critical. Information is key to an organisation's success and databases are central to the business of using information.
We don't just provide 'courses', we provide a blend of course materials and professional support that delivers results. Our distance learning programmes fit around your lifestyle allowing you to earn while you learn.
Computeach provides the following unique resources and support that will help you achieve your goals:
...incorporating MCTS certification
Our Database Developer and Database Administration career track includes the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Database Development and Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance.
This module will introduce you to the concept of databases and how data is handled.
Database design and data modelling learning objectives
This course has 2 days in-centre at our premier learning facilities.
This module will provide you with the knowledge and skills to write queries for a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 database.
MCTS learning objectives - Exam 70-433
This course has 2 days in-centre at our premier learning facilities.
This module will provide you with the knowledge and skills to maintain a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 database.
MCTS learning objectives - Exam 70-432
This course has two days in-centre at our premier learning facilities.
you will achieve the following status:
you will achieve the following status:
* source: Microsoft 'The Value of Certification' White Paper, March 2007
...incorporating MCTS certification
At various stages of the course you will be able to apply for a variety of job roles, and of course opportunities will increase with experience. We will assist you through the job application process and put you forward for interviews with organisations where possible.
The Database Administration programme can lead to a number of job roles, such as:
The scale of remuneration and benefits will vary from employer to employer and industry type to industry type. Employed positions frequently offer excellent packages in terms of salary, expenses and other associated benefits such as company car, pension contributions and so on.
Career progression within the IT industry is notoriously rapid for those with the right professional qualifications, attitude and experience.
| Typical Career | Support Analyst | Database Administrator | Senior Database Administrator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Potential | Up to £26,000 pa* | Up to £32,000 pa* | Up to £40,000 pa* |
| Activities | Working with end users resolving more complex issues, supporting operating systems and desktops. | Assisting the Senior DBA in the administration, support and maintenance of databases | Ensuring the integrity and security of the database. Controlling access and ensuring data flow within the business |
*Source: 2008 Benchmark of Salaries & Employment Trends in IT report published by the National Computing Centre.
Salary statistics can be open to interpretation so they should be used only as a guide. Some employers will be seeking experience and nearly all are seeking professional certification. The latter is something you can gain with Computeach and of course your experience will develop in time.
The following statistics from http://www.itjobswatch.co.uk/ indicate that database adminstrator status is a valuable commodity and well worth the investment.
The chart provides the 3-month moving average for salaries quoted in permanent IT jobs citing database admin within the UK.
