SAS 9 Study Guide
Preparing for the Base Programming Certification Exam for SAS 9
1. Edition August 2007
248 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Short Description
Currently, the only SAS Base Certification Exam study guide on the market is published by the SAS Institute, Inc. SAS 9 Study Guide presents an alternative aid that is written from the viewpoint of a SAS certified, but not SAS affiliated, author. Each study topic is given its own chapter of focus, providing both a conceptual and practical approach to each area of focus, as every explanation is followed by an example. A breakdown of key facts is provided at the end of each chapter, as well as practice questions that are presented in the same format as they appear on the actual certification exam. The author provides the answers to these practice questions, along with tips for remembering and applying the necessary Base SAS skills.
A thorough and self-contained treatment for SAS(r) users preparing for the Base Programming Certification Exam for SAS(r) 9-complete with explanations, tips, and practice exam questions
SAS(r) 9 Study Guide is designed to help users of SAS(r) 9 become familiar with the fine points of
the software as well as develop solid study strategies that will shorten preparation time and ensure successful exam results. The following five study topics are addressed with a focused chapter devoted to each: accessing data; creating data structures; managing data; generating reports; and handling errors. SAS(r) 9 Study Guide provides both a conceptual and practical approach to each of these areas with detailed explanations followed by examples.
Each chapter presents concepts, processes, and applications in a clear, step-by-step format along with detailed explanations and examples. Individual chapters also contain:
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A Two-Minute Drill that provides a checklist of key points for review
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An Assessment Exam, which challenges readers to provide short answers detailingthe chapter's coverage of SAS(r) 9
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A Practice Exam, which reinforces content and familiarizes readers with the structure ofthe actual Base Programming Certification Exam
Written by a practicing SAS(r) Certified Professional, this book is an intensive, but accessible, review for preparing for the Base Programming Certification Exam for SAS(r) 9 and can also serve as a practical reference tool for established certified professionals who would like to further their knowledge of SAS(r) 9