Online Course new free
Introduction to Data Warehousing

Unlock the power of data with our comprehensive Data Warehousing course. Learn to design, build, and optimize enterprise-grade data warehouses using real-world case studies, advanced ETL/ELT techniques, real-time analytics, and automation.

4.9

808 reviews on
591 students already have enrolled
  • Institute of Analytics
  • The Association of Data Scientists
  • E-Learning Quality Network
  • European Agency for Higher Education and Accreditation
  • Global Association of Online Trainers and Examiners

Skill level:

Basic

Duration:

3 hours
  • Lessons (3 hours)

CPE credits:

4
CPE stands for Continuing Professional Education and represents the mandatory credits a wide range of professionals must earn to maintain their licenses and stay current with regulations and best practices. One CPE credit typically equals 50 minutes of learning. For more details, visit NASBA's official website: www.nasbaregistry.org

Accredited:

certificate

What You Learn

  • Understand data warehousing concepts, history, and architecture.
  • Design and implement dimensional models with fact and dimension tables.
  • Develop robust ETL/ELT pipelines for batch and real-time data.
  • Optimize performance with indexing, partitioning, and materialized views.
  • Integrate BI tools for dynamic reporting and visualizations.

Topics & tools

data warehousedata transformationdata preprocessingdata engineeringdashboard reportingdata literacytheory

Your instructor

Course OVERVIEW

Description

CPE Credits: 4 Field of Study: Information Technology
Delivery Method: QAS Self Study

This Data Warehousing course provides a deep dive into designing, building, and managing robust data warehouse solutions. Throughout the course, you'll explore fundamental concepts and advanced techniques that are essential for any data professional.

The curriculum covers:

  • Introduction & History: Understand the evolution of data warehousing and its role in modern data ecosystems.
  • Core Components: Learn about data warehouse architecture, including source, staging, and presentation layers, ETL/ELT processes, and querying.
  • Dimensional Modeling & Schema Design: Master star schemas, snowflake schemas, Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCDs), and advanced schema techniques to capture business history effectively.
  • Performance Optimization: Discover strategies like indexing, partitioning, and materialized views to enhance query performance.
  • Real-Time & Cloud Solutions: Compare traditional on-premises systems with cloud-native and hybrid architectures, and explore real-time data processing techniques.
  • Data Visualization & Reporting: Connect your warehouse to BI tools like Tableau and Power BI to create interactive dashboards and reports.
  • Case Study Project: Apply your learning in a comprehensive capstone project using FashionFusion, a real-world scenario that requires both batch and real-time processing for structured and unstructured data.

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with practical, hands-on skills to build and manage scalable data warehouses, making you ready to tackle real-world data challenges in any industry.

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of data concepts (such as databases, tables, and files) is helpful but not required.

Advanced preparation

Curriculum

31 lessons 31 exercises 1 exam

Free preview

Introduction to the Course

1.1 Introduction to the Course

4 min

Foundations of Data Warehousing

2.1 Foundations of Data Warehousing

4 min

History and Evolution

2.2 History and Evolution

5 min

Core Components of a Data Warehouse

2.4 Core Components of a Data Warehouse

6 min

Real-World Applications

2.5 Real-World Applications

5 min

Start for free

ACCREDITED certificates

Craft a resume and LinkedIn profile you’re proud of—featuring certificates recognized by leading global institutions.

Earn CPE-accredited credentials that showcase your dedication, growth, and essential skills—the qualities employers value most.

  • Institute of Analytics
  • The Association of Data Scientists
  • E-Learning Quality Network
  • European Agency for Higher Education and Accreditation
  • Global Association of Online Trainers and Examiners
A LinkedIn profile mockup on a mobile screen showing Parker Maxwell, a Certified Data Analyst, with credentials from 365 Data Science listed under Licenses & Certification. A 365 Data Science Certificate of Achievement awarded to Parker Maxwell for completing the Data Analyst career track, featuring accreditation badges and a gold “Verified Certificate” seal.

How it WORKS

  • Lessons
  • Exercises
  • Projects
  • Practice Exams
  • AI Mock Interviews

Lessons

Learn through short, simple lessons—no prior experience in AI or data science needed.

Try for free

Exercises

Reinforce your learning with mini recaps, hands-on coding, flashcards, fill-in-the-blank activities, and other engaging exercises.

Try for free

Projects

Tackle real-world AI and data science projects—just like those faced by industry professionals every day.

Try for free

Practice Exams

Track your progress and solidify your knowledge with regular practice exams.

Try for free

AI Mock Interviews

Prep for interviews with real-world tasks, popular questions, and real-time feedback.

Try for free

Student REVIEWS

A collage of student testimonials from 365 Data Science learners, featuring profile photos, names, job titles, and quotes or video play icons, showcasing diverse backgrounds and successful career transitions into AI and data science roles.