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EN5 • Data EngineeringLEVEL 1 • DISCOVERY TRACK

EN5-151 | Intro to Data & Databases

Master relational SQL databases, data modeling, NoSQL fundamentals, and basic data querying techniques.

Course Overview

Data is the backbone of modern technology. Learn relational database design (PostgreSQL/MySQL), SQL query optimization, database normalization, and Document stores (MongoDB).

Course Curriculum & Modules

01Module 1: Relational Database Modeling & Normalization
02Module 2: Mastering SQL Queries, Joins & Aggregations
03Module 3: Indexing, Transactions & Database Performance
04Module 4: NoSQL & Document Store Fundamentals (MongoDB)
05Module 5: Building a Database Backed API Data Layer

Data Engineering Department Pathway

Data Engineering focuses on relational SQL/NoSQL databases, automated ETL data pipelines, big data streaming (Spark/Kafka), cloud data warehouses, and enterprise data governance frameworks.

4-Level Progression Roadmap:

LEVEL 1EN5-151: Intro to Data & DatabasesCurrent CourseLEVEL 2EN5-251: Data Pipelines & ETL DevelopmentLEVEL 3EN5-351: Big Data Infrastructure & AnalyticsLEVEL 4EN5-451: Enterprise Data Strategy & Governance

Computer & Hardware Requirements

Processor:Intel i5/AMD Ryzen 5 or better
Memory (RAM):8 GB RAM
Graphics Card:Standard graphics
Storage:100 GB SSD
Display:Standard display

Key Learning Outcomes & Benefits

  • ✓Design normalized relational database schemas.
  • ✓Write complex SQL queries, joins, subqueries, and aggregations.
  • ✓Understand NoSQL document databases and key-value stores.
  • ✓Connect databases securely to backend application logic.