SAS 8: Inputting Data and PROC SQL
Product Code: SASS08 Time: 4 Hour(s) CEUs: Available

Summary:

This course describes ways to create and manipulate SAS data sets, including an introduction to using the SQL procedure in SAS.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe various input styles used with the INPUT statement
  • Use the INPUT and INFILE statements to handle external files
  • Explain the basics of using SQL with SAS
  • Use PROC SQL to query data sets and generate reports

Outline:

  • Input Styles
  • Reading External Files
  • Introduction to SQL
  • Using PROC SQL

Features:

  • Exercises that allow users to practice the application
  • A file containing the text of the exercises
  • Simulations that allow users to practice course skills, even if they don't have access to the application
  • A glossary
  • A Skill Assessment

Applicability:

This course is for end users, programmers and business professionals who have an introductory level of experience with SAS.

Prerequisites:

SAS 8: IntroductionSAS 8: Using SASSAS 8: Data ManipulationSAS 8: DATA Step ProgrammingSAS 8: ResultsSAS 8: Display Manager SystemSAS 8: Data Libraries

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 98 or higher. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher (5.5 or higher for MindLeaders Central) required. Macromedia Flash player 6.0 is recommended for full functionality, but not required to play the courses. Sound card, with speakers or headphones is recommended, but not required to play the courses. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

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