Description
The Technology Specialist certifications enable professionals to target specific technologies and distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise within SQL Server 2005.

Audience
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialists for SQL Server 2005 are 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.

Acquired Skills
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.

Requirements
MCTS candidates must pass one exam that focuses on the implementation and maintenance of SQL Server 2005.

For more information on the MCTS: SQL Server 2005 credential, go to: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/mcts/sql/default.mspx