Access 2003

The Access 2003 series of courses starts off with an overview of both database concepts in general and Access in particular. Learners then find out how to design, build, and use Access tables. Further topics include using queries, find, filter, and sort to unearth answers from data. Learners finally move on to the Access report system and delve into wizards, timesaving tips, and even a bit of programming.

Syllabus

INTRO TO ACCESS

Provides an overview of the Access 2003 Interface, toolbars and menus. It also covers how to open, close, save, backup, and request help.

• Opening an existing database
• Using the database window
• Modifying and reporting results
• Saving, closing and backing up the database
• Understanding the interface
• Using the toolbar and menus
• Accessing help

DESIGNING AND BUILDING COURSES

Shows learners how to use Access 2003 to design and build tables and an index. It also covers working with fields, primary keys, and records.

• Understanding database terminology
• Working with fields
• Differentiating flat files and relational databases
• Building a database
• Creating tables
• Organizing with a primary key
• Building table relationships
• Creating an index
• Opening databases and tables
• Adding, modifying, and deleting records

ENHANCED TABLES AND DATASHEETS

Shows learners how to use Access 2003 to format tables and use masks and validations. It also covers working with columns and rows, changing fonts, using table fields and field names.

• Formatting tables
• Using input masks
• Creating validations
• Navigating the datasheet
• Modifying columns and rows
• Organizing columns and rows
• Changing fonts and the look of the datasheet
• Adding and removing table fields
• Changing field names

SEARCHES AND QUERIES

Shows learners how to use Access 2003 to build simple, select and multiple-table queries using wizards or by hand. It also covers filtering records.

• Using the find command
• Sorting the database
• Filtering records
• Defining queries
• Building a simple query
• Using the select query
• Using the simple query wizard
• Setting up multiple-table queries
• Using the wizard for multiple-table queries
• Building a multiple-table query by hand

ADVANCED QUERIES AND CALCULATIONS

Shows learners how to use Access 2003 to construct calculations and use Boolean operators (AND/OR) to build advanced queries. It also covers how to use the Total Row and Expression Builder, and to modify data.

• Using the AND operator
• Using the OR operator
• Defining the total row
• Using total row options
• Developing simple calculations
• Performing complex calculations
• Using the expression builder
• Replacing data
• Deleting data
• Updating data

ACCESS REPORT SYSTEM

Shows learners how to use Access 2003 to view, organize, and customize reports. It also covers the use of AutoReport, and the Label, Chart, and Report wizards.

• Using AutoReport
• Viewing the report in print preview mode
• Customizing the report with page layout
• Printing labels with the label wizard
• Adding charts with the chart wizard
• Using the report wizard
• Moving to design view
• Working with the formatting toolbar
• Viewing and modifying the report
• Organizing reports with headers and footers
• Grouping records
• Fine-tuning the report layout
• Controlling headers and footers

THE INTERNET, FORMS AND THE ANALYSER

Shows learners how to use Access 2003 to build hyperlinks and publish data to the Web. It also covers building forms, importing and exporting data, and using database analysis tools.

• Building hyperlinks
• Publishing data on the internet
• Defining forms
• Building forms using the form wizard
• Building forms using the AutoForm wizard
• Enhancing forms
• Importing and exporting data
• Using the table analyzer
• Ten tips for maximizing a database

Qualifications

Qualification: Printable Transcript

On completion of this course you may print a transcript off as evidence of your progression throughout the course.

Requirements for Entry

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Study Options

If you do not have Internet access, or would prefer to study this course via the traditional paper/postal based study method, you can find more information on the course by clicking on the link below.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 40 hrs.