Publisher's Synopsis
Third edition of this popular, easy-to-use textbook, updated for the revised Database Methods Level 5 module [5N0783], which details fundamental database methods while providing for practical experience in database design, implementation and organisation.
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Updated for the revised Database Methods module [5N0783] and Access 2010 (all assignments can be completed using Access 2007)
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Includes new material on the following topics:
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Understanding SQL code in a Query
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Building Pivot Queries and Pivot Charts
- Provides instruction on how to create reports in a format suitable for emailing or printing
- Demonstrates how to import data from external data sources such as text files, spreadsheets or existing database files
- Details how to create relationships between tables to develop a database design to a given design brief.
- Shows how to design and format Access forms, create queries using a range of logical operators, organise data in a report using sorting and grouping, set up a table to store different types of data, and use report functions.
- Brings the learner from the basics of database design to an advanced level.
- Emphasises learning through practice.
- No previous experience in databases is required.
Written for:
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Database Methods Level 5 module [5N0783]
