This course provides an introduction to MySQL, a popular open-source relational database management system. Students will learn how to design and implement databases, manipulate data, and optimize performance using MySQL. The course covers a range of topics, including database architecture, data modeling, and basic SQL commands. Students will also learn how to create tables, relationships, and views, and perform advanced operations using subqueries and functions. Throughout the course, students will gain hands-on experience by working on practical assignments and projects, using MySQL Workbench and other tools. By the end of the course, students will have a strong foundation in MySQL and be able to: Understand the basic concepts of databases and MySQL Design and implement databases using MySQL Manipulate data using SQL commands Optimize database performance using indexing and other techniques The course is designed for students with a background in computer science, database systems, or a related field, who are interested in learning MySQL and its applications.

 

Here's a syllabus for the MySQL course:

 

Week 1: Introduction to MySQL

• Overview of databases and MySQL
• Installation and setup
• Creating and connecting to databases
• Basic SQL commands (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE)

 

Week 2: Relational Databases

• Understanding the relational model
• Creating tables and relationships
• Querying multiple tables with JOIN
• Indexing and optimizing queries

 

Week 3: Data Manipulation

• Advanced SELECT statements (GROUP BY, HAVING, ORDER BY)
• Subqueries and derived tables
• String and date manipulation functions
• Case statements and conditional logic

 

Week 4: Stored Procedures and Functions

• Creating and calling stored procedures
• Input/output parameters
• Variables and control structures
• User-defined functions

 

Week 5: Advanced Topics

• Transactions and locking
• Triggers and events
• Full-text search
• Backing up and restoring databases

 

Week 6: Final Project

• Students will work on a final project, designing and implementing a database and performing various operations using MySQL.