DURATION
2 days
Learn about the functions of Database 2 (DB2), IBM's relational database manager, and about the DB2 family across the MVS and Universal Database (UDB) platforms. Discuss what services the DB2 products provide, but not the internal workings of the products. Gain the entry level information you need for follow-on courses in the DB2 curriculum.
IACET Continuing Education Units: 1.6
Audience
Individuals who need introductory knowledge about DB2 functions.
Objective
List and describe the major elements of IBM's relational databases - most components apply to all of the Relational Database Management System (RDBMS), but technical details focus on DB2 for OS/390 and DB2 UDB for Windows, UNIX, and OS/2
Describe the concepts involved in distributed data and some implementation considerations
Describe data warehousing and some of the products involved
Establish a base for more specialized DB2 education
Key topics
Understanding a table
How does an end user use DB2 UDB?
How does a programmer use DB2 UDB?
What does an administrator do in DB2 UDB?
Data modeling and database design
Distributed data processing terminology
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