The Denver SQL Server User Group is starting another round for the certification study group. Last year we ran three sessions with each focusing in on a specific subject area (DBA, Dev, BI). 
For the next session starting next week, we thought we would try a general study session and allow for anyone wanting to study for any of the exams to participate.
Please send an email to studygroup@denversql.org so that we can add you to an email list. We’ll use this list to send any updates as they relate to the certification study group. Several of you have already sent us an email expressing your interest and have been added to the list so no need to send a second email. We can get your email address at Monday’s meeting if you don’t respond.
The Concept
The concept of the study sessions is to assist you in your path to passing the Microsoft SQL Server certifications. The core of this is self-study utilizing the training kits and other resources you have available. We’ll meet in person on a regular basis (once a week or so) to discuss any questions or concepts to better strengthen your understanding of the materials. The duration of the study session will last 6 weeks.
Meeting Details
We are meeting at the Department of Technology Services for Denver Public Schools located at 780 Grant Street, Denver, CO 80203. This is a secure building and you will be allowed access via the front door located on Grant Street.
Study Outline
Date (5:30 pm to 7:30 pm) | Dev (70-433) | DBA (70-432) | BI (70-448) |
Oct 17 | 1,2 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
Oct 24 | 3,4 | 5, 6, 7, 8 | 5, 6, 7 |
Oct 31 (No meeting just self-study) | 5,6 | 9, 10, 11, 12 | 8, 9 |
Nov 7 | 7 | 13, 14 | 10, 11 |
Nov 14 | 8 | 15, 16 | 12 |
Nov 21 | 9 | 17 | 13 |
If anyone is studying for any of the MCITP exams, we’ll develop a schedule as there is not a specific study book for these exams.
Helpful Links
Below are links to additional information and study materials for the different tests. Here is information on special offers Microsoft has through June 30, 2011. To ask any questions to the group, the user group forms can be found at the following links: BI, Dev, and DBA.
Study Materials
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
BI 70-448 Materials TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Business Intelligence Development and Maintenance
DEV 70-433 Materials TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Database Development
DBA 70-432 Materials TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance
Microsoft Certified IT Professional
BI 70-452 Materials PRO: Designing a Business Intelligence Infrastructure Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008
DEV 70-451 Materials PRO: Designing Database Solutions and Data Access Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008
DBA 70-450 Materials PRO: Designing, Optimizing and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008
