20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016
The 20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016 course teaches database administrators, developers, and BI professionals to write efficient T-SQL queries for SQL Server and Azure databases, solving the critical challenge of extracting accurate insights from complex data. With demand for SQL skills in over 50% of data-related job postings, mastering T-SQL is essential for database professionals.
This Microsoft course prepares learners for the MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Development certification, with Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware ensuring up-to-date, exam-aligned training. Gain expert-level query skills to unlock career advancement in data management and analytics.
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Course Overview
The Microsoft course 20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016 is designed for database administrators, database developers, and business intelligence professionals seeking to master the Transact-SQL language used across SQL Server disciplines. This course prepares learners for the Microsoft 70-761: Querying Data with Transact-SQL certification exam, a key component of the MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Development credential. Targeted at IT professionals with at least two years of experience, it equips students with foundational and advanced T-SQL skills critical for managing and querying data efficiently. According to Microsoft, SQL Server remains one of the most widely deployed database platforms globally, with over 70% of Fortune 500 companies relying on it for mission-critical applications, underscoring the high industry demand for certified T-SQL expertise.
Students in the 20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016 program engage with core Microsoft technologies including SQL Server 2016, Transact-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), and Azure SQL Database. The hands-on lab environment, built on Microsoft Hyper-V virtual machines, allows learners to write and execute real-world queries, implement stored procedures, and manage data using DML statements. Participants configure database objects such as views, table-valued functions, and transactions, and complete a comprehensive project involving pivoting data, implementing error handling, and optimizing query performance using window functions. These labs are conducted within a simulated enterprise environment using the AdventureWorks sample database, providing practical experience in data aggregation, filtering, and advanced query techniques.
Completing the 20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016 course prepares students for the MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Development certification, which is recognized globally for validating core database skills. Certified professionals report salary increases of up to 20%, with database administrators earning an average of $95,000 annually in North America according to industry surveys. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning experience with Guaranteed-to-Run batches and access to official Microsoft courseware, ensuring structured, instructor-led training. Graduates are well-positioned to advance into senior database roles or transition into data engineering and analytics, building a future-proof career in data management.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Windows operating system and its core functionality.
- A working understanding of relational database concepts, including tables, rows, columns, primary keys, and foreign keys.
- Familiarity with tabular data structures, such as those found in spreadsheets.
- Basic knowledge of data types and schema design principles within relational database systems.
- Practical experience navigating SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) for database interaction.
- This is a foundational course for 20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016 and does not require prior MCSA or MCSE certifications.
Certification Exam
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Official Courseware
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
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Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of 20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the 20761C: Querying Data with Transact-SQL 2016 certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Database Administrator
- Database Developer
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Developer
- Database Engineer
- SQL Server Developer
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