Introduction to the SAS System Course Overview

Introduction to the SAS System Course Overview

The "Introduction to the SAS System" course is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the foundational skills needed to navigate and utilize the SAS environment. This course covers various aspects of the SAS software, including basic concepts, syntax rules, data manipulation, and report generation.

In Module 1, students will become familiar with the features of SAS, understand how to run SAS interactively, and learn about the structure of SAS datasets. Module 2 dives deeper, focusing on the DATA step, handling errors, and accessing non-SAS data. Module 3 introduces the PROC step, teaching learners how to create simple reports and sort datasets.

Module 4 and Module 5 advance into data manipulation and generating statistical reports, where learners will create new variables, apply SAS functions, and use procedures like MEAN/SUMMARY to obtain descriptive statistics. Module 6 discusses combining SAS datasets, while Modules 7 and 8 focus on various reporting techniques, including detailed and summary reports, as well as utility procedures.

By the end of the course, participants will have a solid foundation in SAS, enabling them to efficiently process data and generate insightful reports, which is critical for data analysis in various industries. This course will provide learners with valuable skills, preparing them for further studies in SAS or immediate application in their professional roles.

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Target Audience for Introduction to the SAS System

The "Introduction to the SAS System" course is designed for professionals seeking to master SAS analytics and data management skills.


  • Data Analysts
  • Business Analysts
  • Statisticians
  • Data Scientists
  • Research Scientists
  • Academic Researchers
  • Database Administrators
  • BI and Reporting Professionals
  • Aspiring Data Professionals
  • IT Professionals who require analytics knowledge
  • Students in quantitative fields (e.g., economics, finance, psychology)
  • Health Data Analysts
  • Marketing Analysts
  • Financial Analysts
  • Policy Analysts
  • Quality Assurance Specialists


Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Introduction to the SAS System?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes and Concepts Covered

This Introduction to the SAS System course equips you with foundational skills to navigate the SAS environment, manipulate data, generate reports, and understand basic statistical procedures within SAS.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

  • Understand the features, basic concepts, and functionality of the SAS system to effectively navigate the SAS environment.
  • Learn the syntax rules and structure of SAS datasets to prepare for more advanced programming.
  • Gain proficiency in writing and submitting SAS programs, including the DATA step and handling errors during compilation and execution.
  • Develop the ability to create simple reports using PROC steps and sort datasets to facilitate data analysis.
  • Master data manipulation techniques such as creating new variables, applying SAS functions, and implementing If-Then logic.
  • Acquire skills in generating statistical reports and descriptive statistics using SAS procedures like MEAN/SUMMARY and UNIVARIATE.
  • Learn to combine SAS datasets effectively using the SET and UPDATE statements for comprehensive data analysis.
  • Explore advanced reporting techniques, including various types of reports that can be generated with SAS and customizing reports through the DATA step.
  • Understand how to write detailed and summary reports, utilizing procedures such as PRINT, FREQ, and REPORT for thorough data presentation.
  • Get an introduction to the Output Delivery System (ODS) for customizing and exporting SAS reports to various formats.

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