ECDL Module 5: Database Software (Syllabus 5 - MS 2003)

This course is the fifth module of the internationally recognised European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) qualification for 2003 operating systems. It focuses on using Microsoft Access 2003 to create and edit databases.

The ECDL qualification helps you to gain the confidence, skills and knowledge to use computers, and a range of common IT software packages.

You can also buy all seven courses that lead to this qualification in the single ECDL bundle, saving £60 on buying the courses separately.

  • This course is ideal if you want to learn how to use, create and edit databases
  • This course is appropriate for any business sector and you don't need any previous experience

You'll learn how to:

  • Understand what a database is and why you might use one
  • Set up a database
  • Enter, edit and print data
  • Create, update and manage forms, queries and reports
  • Set field properties
  • Distinguish between flat-field and relational databases
  • Maintain a database and share data with other applications

Course features:

You'll work through the course online, where you'll complete a series of exercises. All you need is access to the internet.

The course includes real-life scenarios, examples and interactive activities. An online test within the course lets you practise your new skills and check that you have understood all the techniques covered.

To complete this training course and receive your Statement of Completion, you'll need to visit every screen, and score an average of 9 out of 10 in the exercises. Once you've done all your modules and learning, you'll need to purchase the assessments from an approved ECDL test centre to gain the qualification.

You'll have access to this course for six months from the date of purchase - giving you plenty of time to finish your course.

How this course can help your business:

* Use databases to store, manage, sort and analyse information 
* Make sound business decisions based on accurate information 
* Store customer records securely

Why buy an eCourse from learndirect?

  • You get value for money
  • You can start straight away
  • Flexibility and support built in
  • You learn at your own level and pace

Course Code: 104080BT016

£35.99

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Course length:

11 hours
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