Training on Microsoft Access Course

Course Overview

Master Microsoft Access for Effective Data Management. Step into the world of Microsoft Access and discover how to efficiently build and manage databases—no coding expertise required! This course provides a comprehensive guide to using Access’s intuitive templates to create robust databases, perform precise data queries, and generate forms for easy data entry. Whether managing personal data or developing departmental applications, Access is your go-to tool.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will:

• Understand Database Basics: Familiarize yourself with essential database terminology and functions.
• Design Effective Databases: Learn the key qualities of valuable information and elements of solid database design.
• Create and Manage Tables and Queries: Develop tables and utilize queries to efficiently manage data.
• Generate Reports and Forms: Craft clear and concise reports and forms for data presentation.
• Leverage Access Help Features: Navigate online help and understand ethical considerations in database use.

Target Audience

Ideal for students and professionals aiming to build foundational skills in Microsoft Access, including database creation, form design, and query execution.

Course Outline

Module 1: Getting Started with Access

• Introduction to Microsoft Access
• Creating a Simple Database
• Configuring Access Options and Using Help Features

Module 2: Working with Table Data

• Modifying Table Data
• Sorting and Filtering Records

Module 3: Querying a Database

• Building Basic Queries
• Sorting, Filtering, and Calculating Data

Module 4: Using Forms

• Designing Basic Access Forms
• Managing Data Through Forms

Module 5: Generating Reports

• Creating and Enhancing Reports
• Organizing and Formatting Report Information

Module 6: Designing a Relational Database

• Understanding Relational Database Design
• Creating Tables and Establishing Relationships

Module 7: Sharing Data Across Applications

• Importing Data into Access
• Exporting Data to Text and Excel
• Creating Mail Merges