IT in Business - Databases (SQA HN Unit F84X 34)

IT in Business - Databases (SQA HN Unit F84X 34)

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Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7)

This is a self study course which means you can study at home, workplace or wherever you choose at times that are convenient for you. You do not have any classes to attend.

This Unit introduces the fundamental principles of database design and the use of database management software to aid decision-making in business. It is be relevant to candidates moving into positions which have a responsibility for information management with focus on analysis of and presentation of data.

On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:

  1. Design a relational database structure from source documents.
  2. Modi…

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Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7)

This is a self study course which means you can study at home, workplace or wherever you choose at times that are convenient for you. You do not have any classes to attend.

This Unit introduces the fundamental principles of database design and the use of database management software to aid decision-making in business. It is be relevant to candidates moving into positions which have a responsibility for information management with focus on analysis of and presentation of data.

On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:

  1. Design a relational database structure from source documents.
  2. Modify and store data using a relational database.
  3. Query and present information to aid decision-making.

Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7*)

In order to complete this Unit successfully, you will be required to achieve a satisfactory level of performance in all assessed work.

For further information on this course, please visit the SQA website

The materials are provided as web-pages for you to work through online. As you progress through the course materials you will find written explanations of each feature, followed by practical exercises.

You will be supported throughout the course by a specialist Distance Learning Tutor. Your tutor will contact you (via your College email account) within 7-10 working days of receiving your welcome letter and materials. As you progress they will continue to make regular contact to offer support and guidance, usually by e-mail but sometimes by phone, to ensure you are making good progress and to support your learning throughout. Please note that you must be able to study independently through the course materials.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

There are three assessments for this course that are carried out under open book controlled conditions.

This course has a credit value of 1 HN Credit at SCQF level 7

Your Tutor will mark your all your certified assessments. Any re-submissions, known as remediation, will also be directed and remarked by your tutor. Your work will then be cross-marked by an in college subject expert, a process called moderation. It is only then that a result can be sent to the Awarding Body for certification.

A Pass is not final until all crosschecking procedures have been successfully completed. Your pass will be notified to the SQA for certification.

Assessments are booked through the BCD team.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You may find it beneficial if you have previous experience in using a computer and database software. It is essential that you have previous experience in using a computer, the Windows interface and Windows terminology.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Please click here for a list of the technical requirements for this course. You must also have the following Microsoft Office 2013 software installed:

  • Access 2013

Please note: Microsoft Works cannot be used or this course

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