Microsoft Access 2010

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1 Microsoft Access 2010 Microsoft Access is database software that provides templates to help you add databases that make it easier to track, report, and share data with others. Although very powerful, the software can be quite complex and knowing how to get the very best out of it is key to harnessing its power. This is a four day training event that Revolution Learning and Development deliver on an open basis at locations across the UK. We can also deliver this even at or in near to your organisation if required. Our Microsoft Access 2010 Training Course introduces using Microsoft Access and how to use the core functions of this powerful software. It takes the user through all 3 of our main programmes, the Introduction, Intermediate and Advanced. Our IT Training Courses are designed to build confidence in the software of choice, and attendees will leave with a good understanding of their software up to a certain level that is described below. When you attend our course you will be greeted by an experienced trainer who has an in depth knowledge of the software and will have the ability to answer all of your questions. You will work to one computer per person, so no sharing involved. You will be in the driving seat throughout your Microsoft Access 2010 Introduction Training Course. Who is the Microsoft Access 2010 Training Course Aimed At? New users who need to cover the basics of database design and objects.

2 Microsoft Project 2010 Training Course Objectives By the end of the course users will be able to: Describe databases and objects Create, edit and maintain tables within a database Create queries, forms and reports in the database Create action queries Create advanced forms and reports Describe and create switchboard Create and apply macros to a database Understand events Create conditional and named macros Create tool bars and menus Use start-up options Prerequisites A knowledge of using Microsoft Windows and proficient with mouse and keyboard. No past knowledge of database design and development is necessary. Microsoft Access 2010 Training Course Content Day 1 & 2 Introduction to Access Main Access screens The access tool bar and ribbon Database templates Introduction to Databases What are databases, what do they do and how do they work? Planning to build a database what does it need to do? Creating a new database file Database Tables Using the creation Wizard Designing database tables Naming objects and fields Database types and field descriptions Setting and removing a primary key Insert, edit, move and remove fields Define field properties

3 Data Using the navigation pane and switching between tabs Using different views Entering and editing records and fields Working in different modes Sorting, finding and replacing data Multiple tabs Hiding and un-hiding fields Relationships Overview of relationships Relationship conditions Referential integrity Insert, change and remove, expand and contract sub data sheets Queries and Filters Create a filter by selection and by form Use AND/OR options Save a filter and run as a select query Creating queries Add and remove fields to the query Enter Text, numeric, date, and logic criteria and using wild Card Characters Use the BETWEEN, NULL, NOT, OR, AND criteria in your query Calculate a field and concatenate text Save, name, rename, edit or delete a query Build a query across multiple tables Joining tables Find unmatched and duplicate queries Forms and Reports Creating a form using different methods Setting a data source Actions relating to the forms such as field lists, re-sizing etc Basic form properties Navigation Add, edit and delete a record in form view Reports using the report wizard Insert, Move, Size and delete controls Editing record source Page setup and printing

4 Day 3 Advanced Tables Input mask Validation Calculating a field Look up and formatting fields Linking to external data sources More on Relationships Types of relationships Adding tables to the relationship window Adding, editing and removing relationships Relationship conditions Using the cascade update and delete option Saving relationships More on Queries Parameter Queries Creating a Calculated Field in a Queries Use the Expression Builder to Create a Calculation Summarise Data in a Query Creating & Running Action Queries Forms and Reports Working with form & report sections Working with bound & unbound controls Creating a calculated control Exploring the form design work surface Multi-table forms Creating main forms & subforms Creating linked forms Understanding and changing control properties Applying and customising the form and report theme Using the command button wizard Automating forms with command buttons

5 More on Data and Charts Importing from Access and Excel Linking to an external Access database table and Excel workbook Renaming and Copying Tables Linked table manager Export to various formats Create edit and format a Pivot Chart or Pivot Tab Changing the chart type Parameter chart Day 4 Macros and Automation Creating a Macro Running a Macro Macro Examples AutoExec Macros Designing & Creating Navigation Forms Designing Application Menus Startup Options & Defaults Names and Conditional Macros Using ^ + letter and ^ + Number Function keys Msgbox Set value Using functions Multi-User Database Storing databases on a network Shared databases Setting database passwords

6 Database Management Tools Compact and repair Save as alternate formats Split database Package and distribute Application options Compile code and make a code file Backup database Database Templates Creating a Switchboard Design a switchboard Use Macros with command buttons and code Format switchboard forms Create a Splash Screen Use an autoexec Macro Customise a ribbon Customise the toolbar Start-up Menu VBA Convert macro s to code Sample subroutine and function Libraries Navigate the VBA window Compiling

7 Course Information This is a four day training event that Revolution Learning and Development deliver on an open basis at locations across the UK. We can also deliver this event at or in close proximity to your organisation if this is required. If you chose to have us deliver this specifically for your organisation, we can make this more bespoke to your needs. The cost of this open course is VAT and includes the learning materials, refreshments during the day and lunch. To see prices and when and where we are next running this event or to book, visit our website or call us on Or, to discuss your individual needs, contact@revolutionlearning.net or call us on the number above Booking terms and conditions are available on our website.