SAS 8: Inputting Data and PROC SQL
Product Code: SASS08 Time: 4 Hour(s) CEUs: .40

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 95, 98, NT, 2000, or XP. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher required. Authorware and Macromedia Flash player recommended but not required. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

Copyright Information:

  • SAS is a registered trademark of SAS Institute Inc.

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