Microsoft Access 2003 Fundamentals 2 Days £250    
 
 
Target Audience:

Complete beginners & novices with limited experience.

Prerequisites:

Familiarity with a Windows operating system and one other Microsoft application.

Course Outline:
  • Databases Explained
  • What Is A Relational Database
  • Components of Access Databases
  • Getting Help
  • Structuring & Designing A Database
  • Creating Tables & Setting Data Types
  • Setting Field Properties in Tables
  • Primary & Foreign Keys
  • Data Entry & AutoCorrect
  • Modifying a Table Design
  • Setting Up Relationships
  • Using the Lookup Wizard
  • Formatting Data in Tables
  • Searching, Sorting & Filtering Data
  • Creating & Using Select Queries
  • Using Criteria in Queries
  • Summarising Data with Queries
  • Designing Data Entry Forms
  • Using AutoForms & the Form Wizard
  • Creating & Using Main Forms & Sub Forms
  • The Form Design Work Surface & Toolbox Toolbar
  • Modifying Forms
  • Using AutoReports & the Report Wizard
  • Modifying Report Design
  • Generating Mailing Labels
  • Printing in Access

The user will become conversant with all the fundamental features and functions of Access. The course incorporates an introduction to database theory and practice, plus hints & tips on good database design techniques.