Microsoft Access Introduction

1 Day
Versions XP, 2003 and 2007

Course Description

This instructor-led, hands-on course teaches the basic skills needed to create a relational database, define tables, create data-entry forms, add and edit records, create queries to extract information, and design basic reports in Microsoft Access.

Prerequisites

This course is designed for users that are new to Microsoft Access or are self-taught. In order to successfully complete this course, we recommend that you first take Softek’s Introduction to Windows course or have equivalent knowledge. You should feel comfortable using a mouse and have a working knowledge of the Windows environment.

Understanding the Basics of a Database

What is a Database?

Opening a Database

Important Screen Elements

Understanding the Main Database Objects

Steps for Designing a Database

Creating a Database

Creating a New Database

Creating New Tables and Defining Fields

Opening Tables

Modifying Table Structures

Relating and Linking Tables

Entering Data and Working with Tables

Adding New Records

Using Data Entry Shortcuts

Editing Information and Undoing Changes

Customizing the Datasheet

Entering Data into Related Tables

Deleting Records

Creating Forms to Work With Data

Reviewing Multi-table Forms

Creating Forms Using the Wizard

Closing Forms

Opening Forms

Customizing Forms

Navigating Between Records

Navigating Between Fields

Adjusting Tab Order

Adding Records in Form View

Deleting Records

Finding, Sorting, and Filtering Records

Navigating Through Tables

Searching Records

Sorting Records

Filtering Records

Creating Queries to Extract Information

Building Queries

Specifying Query Fields

Reviewing Data Types and Criteria Examples

Writing Criteria in Yes/No Fields

Viewing or Running the Query

Saving and Closing Queries

Opening or Modifying Queries

Sorting Query Results

Deleting Query Fields

Printing Query Results

Specifying Criteria in Text Fields

Using Wildcards When Specifying Criteria

Writing Criteria in Numeric Fields

Writing Criteria in Date/Time Fields

Using “AND” Criteria

Using “OR” Criteria

Creating Basic Reports

Creating Reports Using the Wizard

Closing Reports

Opening Reports

Customizing Reports

Understanding Report Sections

Saving Reports

Previewing and Printing Reports

Creating Mailing Labels

 

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Other Helpful Links

Access - Introduction Agenda

Access - Intermediate Agenda

Access - Advanced Agenda

Access - VBA Programming Agenda

Database Design

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