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Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS: SQL Server 2005)

MCTS: SQL Server 2005
The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications enable professionals to target specific technologies and distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in their specialized technologies.
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialists in Microsoft SQL Server 2005 (MCTS: SQL Server 2005) implement and maintain databases using specific instructions and specifications. They have thorough knowledge of the product, understand how to use the tools and Transact-SQL language, and know how to explore the user interface. Technology Specialists typically pursue careers as database administrators, database developers, or business intelligence developers. They may also be developers and systems administrators who do not work with SQL Server daily but who want to show their breadth of technology experience.
MCTS candidates must pass one exam that focuses on the implementation and maintenance of SQL Server 2005.
This certification will retire when Microsoft discontinues mainstream support for the related technology.

Audience Profile
Candidates for this exam are professionals who typically pursue careers as database administrators, database developers, or business intelligence developers. Additionally, they can be people who do not work with Microsoft SQL Server as a part of their primary job functions but who want to show their breadth of technology experience, such as developers, systems administrators, and others. Candidates have sought out knowledge and experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2005 to enhance their technical expertise, and they can implement and maintain databases by using specific instructions and specifications.

Core Exams & Classroom Training
Exam 70–431 TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 – Implementation and Maintenance
2780B: Maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Database (five days)
2785AL: Implementing and Maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Database (five Days)
2779B: Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Database (five days)