Data Curation for SAS certified Data scientists Firebrand Training

Overview

This accelerated Data Curation for SAS Data Scientists course, is designed for individuals who want to validate their ability to perform data curation tasks using SAS Data Management tools and applications as well as third party data tools to prepare data for statistical analysis.

In just 2 days, you’ll learn to take data from disparate sources and discover, transform, manage, aggregate, catalogue and deliver that data to be used in reports and analytics repositories.. You’ll also learn:

Query and manage Hadoop data using SAS and native Hadoop tools.
Virtualized data.
Transform streaming data.
Govern data.

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the SAS exam, and achieve your Data Curation for SAS Data Scientists certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal for:

SAS data scientists

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Module 1: Working with SAS Data Integration Studio (20%)

Describe SAS Data Integration Studio basics
Create Metadata for Source Data
Create Metadata for Target Data and Jobs

Module 2: Ensure the accuracy of data (20%)

Describe the structure of the SAS Quality Knowledge Base
Use DataFlux Data Management Studio
Use SAS Data Quality Server

Module 3: Techniques for Working with Big Data (40%)

Describe the key concepts of the Hadoop ecosystem (Aligns with BDP2 objective 3.1) J. S.
Query and manage Hadoop data using Hive and HiveQL (Aligns with BDP2 objective 3.3) J.S.
Query and Manage Hadoop Data using Pig and Pig Latin
Access HDFS and Invoke Hadoop Applications from SAS
Use the SAS/ACCESS SQL Pass-thru Facility
Use the SAS/ACCESS Libname Engine
Use DS2 Programming to manage Hadoop data
Use SAS Data Loader to manage Hadoop data

Module 4: Special Data Management Topics (20%)

Connect to data using SAS/ACCESS
Virtualize data with SAS Federation Server
Process IoT Streams in Real Time with SAS Event Stream Processing
Work with SAS Data Governance technologies

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered Certification Guarantee:

Data Curation for SAS Data Scientists A00-223 Exam

Duration: 110 minutes
Format: Interactive questions which simulate the SAS environment and ask you to complete a task
Number of questions: 65-72 multiple-choice, short answer, and interactive questions
Passing score: Must achieve a score of 67% correct to pass

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you should have:

2-3 months of hands-on experience using SAS Data Management Tools and applications and third-party data tools (Hadoop, HIVE/HIVEQS, PIG/PIGLATIN.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

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Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.

"I had a great time. The instructor is very knowledgeable and his training is on point. Two exams in 2 days is a lot. But he makes it doable."
Juan van Gom, Ministry of Defense Netherlands. (19/1/2024 (Friday) to 21/1/2024 (Sunday))

"It was a tough but interesting 5 days. Learnt new skills and have a better understanding of the tools that can be used by a Business Analyst. Met new people from different companies with different expertise."
Neil Wyborn. (8/1/2024 (Monday) to 12/1/2024 (Friday))

"Great residential place of study. Great tuition with a great Trainer. Great facilities to learn. Looking forward to the next residential!! Looking forward to applying knowledge gained!"
SL, Macmillan Support Cancer. (8/1/2024 (Monday) to 12/1/2024 (Friday))

"Very organised and clear. Enjoyed the teaching. Excellent standard."
MH, Orange cyber defense. (30/10/2023 (Monday) to 1/11/2023 (Wednesday))

"Detailed and thorough training in a great environment."
Anonymous, SYP. (8/1/2024 (Monday) to 12/1/2024 (Friday))

Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	20/2/2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	25/6/2024 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	6/8/2024 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	17/9/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	29/10/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	10/12/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

SAS - Data Curation for SAS Data Scientists