Complete beginners who want to learn SQL and understand how databases work
Students exploring careers in data, analytics, or software development
Job seekers preparing for entry-level data or IT roles
Business professionals who need SQL skills for reporting and analysis
Career changers transitioning into data, IT, or technical roles
Junior developers or testers who need basic SQL knowledge for their job
Small business owners working with data or simple databases
Anyone interested in learning how to retrieve, analyze, and manage data using SQL
Learn SQL fundamentals with simple, beginner-friendly lessons
Understand relational databases and how data is stored and organized
Write basic SQL queries to retrieve, filter, and sort data
Use aggregate functions to summarize information effectively
Work with multiple tables using joins and set operators
Write subqueries to answer more complex data questions
Apply SQL functions to format, convert, and manipulate data
Create and manage tables using essential DDL commands
Explore common Oracle schema objects like views, sequences, and indexes
Build a strong foundation for data, analytics, and database career paths
Oracle SQL Basics Training is a free, beginner-friendly course designed to introduce you to the foundational skills needed to work with databases and write SQL queries. Whether you are new to databases, preparing for analytics or IT roles, or exploring SQL for the first time, this course provides a clear and practical starting point.
Through step-by-step lessons and hands-on practice, you’ll learn the core concepts of relational databases, how to retrieve and filter data using the SELECT statement, and how to sort, restrict, and summarize information using group functions. You’ll also work with multiple tables using joins and set operators, write subqueries, and explore built-in SQL functions to manipulate and format data. In addition, you’ll learn the basics of Data Definition Language (DDL) to create and manage tables and understand other essential schema objects used in Oracle databases.
No prior SQL or programming experience is required—this course is designed for absolute beginners who want to build real-world SQL skills.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to write meaningful SQL queries, navigate core Oracle database structures, and understand how data is stored, retrieved, and managed. You’ll also be prepared to continue with more advanced Oracle SQL or database administration training.
This is a beginner-level course with no prior SQL or programming experience required.
Learners only need:
Basic computer skills, such as using a keyboard and navigating files
Ability to follow step-by-step instructions
Access to a computer or laptop
Basic English reading and typing skills
Interest in learning how databases work
Completing Computer Fundamentals for Beginners beforehand is helpful but not necessary.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Understand fundamental RDBMS concepts, including tables, relationships, and key constraints
Write basic SQL queries to retrieve data using the SELECT statement
Filter, sort, and restrict data using WHERE, ORDER BY, and logical operators
Summarize data using aggregate functions such as SUM, AVG, COUNT, MIN, and MAX
Work with multiple tables using joins to combine related data
Use set operators (UNION, INTERSECT, MINUS) to merge query results
Write subqueries to retrieve data based on conditions and nested logic
Apply SQL functions to format, convert, and manipulate data
Create and manage tables using DDL commands like CREATE, ALTER, and DROP
Understand and use schema objects, including views, sequences, indexes, and synonyms
Build a strong foundation for advanced SQL and Oracle database courses
Understanding SQL is one of the most in-demand skills across IT, data, and business functions. After completing this beginner course, learners will be better prepared for entry-level roles such as:
SQL Developer (Junior Level)
Database Assistant / Database Support Technician
Data Analyst (Entry-Level)
Business Analyst (Entry-Level)
Report Developer / Reporting Analyst
QA Tester / QA Analyst
IT Support Specialist
Technical Support Analyst
Module 1: Introduction to RDBMS Concepts
What is a database and why SQL is used
Understanding relational database models
Tables, rows, columns, and data types
Primary keys, foreign keys, and relationships
Module 2: Retrieving Data Using the SELECT Statement
Basic SELECT syntax
Selecting specific columns
Using aliases
Understanding Oracle’s data dictionary views
Module 3: Working with Restricted and Sorted Data
Filtering data using WHERE
Comparison, logical, and range operators
Sorting data using ORDER BY
Handling NULL values
Module 4: Aggregate Data Using Group Functions
Using SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN, COUNT
Grouping data with GROUP BY
Filtering groups with HAVING
Practical use cases for summary reporting
Module 5: Displaying Data from Multiple Tables
Understanding joins and relationships
INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN
Using Oracle’s join syntax
Joining more than two tables
Module 6: Working with Set Operators
UNION vs. UNION ALL
INTERSECT
MINUS
Rules and restrictions when using set operators
Module 7: Subqueries
What is a subquery?
Single-row and multi-row subqueries
Nested subqueries
Using subqueries in WHERE and FROM
Module 8: SQL Functions
Character functions
Number functions
Date functions
Conversion functions
General functions (NVL, COALESCE, etc.)
Module 9: DDL Statements to Create and Manage Tables
Creating tables (CREATE TABLE)
Modifying tables (ALTER TABLE)
Deleting tables (DROP TABLE)
Understanding constraints (NOT NULL, UNIQUE, CHECK, PRIMARY KEY, FOREIGN KEY)
Module 10: Other Schema Objects
Views: creating and using virtual tables
Sequences: generating values
Indexes: improving query performance
Synonyms: simplifying object access
SQL is one of the most in-demand skills across the technology and business world. From data analysis to application development and database management, organizations rely on SQL every day to store, retrieve, and analyze data. As companies continue to become more data-driven, the demand for professionals with SQL knowledge—especially in Oracle environments—continues to grow.
Entry-level roles in IT, analytics, QA, and reporting frequently require basic SQL skills, making SQL proficiency a foundational requirement for many career paths. Individuals without SQL knowledge often face challenges in transitioning into technical or data-focused roles.
This course meets the increasing need for:
Beginner-friendly SQL training for new IT and data professionals
Essential data and reporting skills used in nearly every industry
Workforce development programs focused on digital and analytics skills
Career starters and career changers entering data, analytics, and IT fields
Preparation for advanced SQL, PL/SQL, and Oracle database courses
By learning the fundamentals of Oracle SQL, students build a strong base for more advanced training in data analytics, reporting, database development, and business intelligence tools.