Access 2007 (Database Package): Introduction
Thu 28 Jan - Fri 29 Jan 2010
Description
This is an introduction to the popular database package Microsoft Access 2007. The course is aimed at those who have never used the package before or have just started using it. There is an Access Fast Track course that is a shortened version of this course for those who learn at a faster pace.
Prerequisites
Participants are expected to have basic computing skills (as covered on the Windows Introduction).
Sessions
Number of sessions: 2
| # | Date | Time | Venue | Trainers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:30 - 13:00 | 09:30 - 13:00 | Phoenix Teaching Room | Lynn Foot, M. ten Wolde |
| 2 | Fri 29 Jan 2010 09:30 - 13:00 | 09:30 - 13:00 | Phoenix Teaching Room | Lynn Foot, M. ten Wolde |
Topics covered
- Creating a database
- Creating a table
- Creating simple forms
- Creating queries
- Creating reports
- Importing and exporting information
Format
Presentations, demonstrations and practicals.
System requirements
Access 2007 on PWF Windows
Notes
- Anyone wishing to copy the course exercise files should bring a USB memory stick or they can be downloaded from, http://www-tus.csx.cam.ac.uk/courses/files/
- The concepts and design of relational databases are only briefly covered at this level, you will need to attend the Further Use course for a more detailed overview.
- There are special Access courses for Departmental Support Staff: see http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/personnel/staffdev/list.shtml#it_skills_development or contact Staff Development for details. Self-taught courses are also available. Various self-taught modules on Access are also available.
Duration
Two half day sessions
Theme
Databases
Booking / availability