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Access 2016 Advanced Course

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About the Course

This 2-day Advanced Access course builds on the introductory topics covered in the Microsoft Access 2016 Essentials course. Participants will extend their Microsoft Access skills to an advanced level; by learning advanced sql syntax and queries, creating relational databases, creating and using advanced macro techniques, basic VBA commands and other advanced features. Our courses are delivered in a prectical, hands-on manner to facilitate learning in a real-world context.

Who should do this course?

This course is suitable for participants who want to upgrade their Access 2016 skills to an advanced level. Upon completion of this course participants should be able to effectively design secure and scalable multi-user databases.

Prerequisites

Participants should have completed our Access 2016 Essentials course, or have equivalent practical knowledge; including creating databases, tables, queries, forms and reports.

Course Details

$990 incl GST

  • Duration:2 Days
  • Max. Class Size:10
  • Avg. Class Size:5
  • Study Mode:
    Classroom Online Live
  • Level:Advanced
  • Course Times: Classroom: 9.00am to 5.00pm approx(Local Time) Online Live: 9.00am to 5.00pm approx(AEST or AEDT)
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Course Dates

Sydney Class Dates

Level 11, 32 Walker Street, North Sydney , NSW 2060

20 - 21 Mar 24 Wed - Thu Online Live
30 Apr - 01 May 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
11 - 12 Jun 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
22 - 23 Jul 24 Mon - Tue Online Live
05 - 06 Sep 24 Thu - Fri Online Live
Melbourne Class Dates

Level 12, 379 Collins Street, Melbourne , VIC 3000

20 - 21 Mar 24 Wed - Thu Online Live
30 Apr - 01 May 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
11 - 12 Jun 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
22 - 23 Jul 24 Mon - Tue Online Live
05 - 06 Sep 24 Thu - Fri Online Live
Brisbane Class Dates

Level 6, 371 Queen Street, Brisbane , QLD 4000

20 - 21 Mar 24 Wed - Thu Online Live
30 Apr - 01 May 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
11 - 12 Jun 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
22 - 23 Jul 24 Mon - Tue Online Live
05 - 06 Sep 24 Thu - Fri Online Live
Canberra Class Dates

All courses facilitated in, Online Live format ,

20 - 21 Mar 24 Wed - Thu Online Live
30 Apr - 01 May 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
11 - 12 Jun 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
22 - 23 Jul 24 Mon - Tue Online Live
05 - 06 Sep 24 Thu - Fri Online Live
Adelaide Class Dates

All courses facilitated in, Online Live format ,

20 - 21 Mar 24 Wed - Thu Online Live
30 Apr - 01 May 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
11 - 12 Jun 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
22 - 23 Jul 24 Mon - Tue Online Live
05 - 06 Sep 24 Thu - Fri Online Live
Perth Class Dates

All courses facilitated in, Online Live format ,

20 - 21 Mar 24 Wed - Thu Online Live
30 Apr - 01 May 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
11 - 12 Jun 24 Tue - Wed Online Live
22 - 23 Jul 24 Mon - Tue Online Live
05 - 06 Sep 24 Thu - Fri Online Live

Course Units

Unit 1: Relational Database Design

  • Designing a Relational Database
  • Scoping the System
  • Determining the Inputs
  • Normalising a Database
  • First Normal Form (1NF)
  • Second Normal Form (2NF)
  • Second Normal Form – Case Study
  • Third Normal Form (3NF)
  • Database Indexing

Unit 2: Creating a Relational Database

  • Creating a New Database File
  • Creating Lookup Tables
  • Defining a Primary Key
  • Saving and Closing a Table
  • Creating the Expense Type Table
  • Creating the Transactions Table
  • Creating the Details Table

Unit 3: Setting Table Relationships

  • Understanding Table Relationships
  • Understanding Lookup Relationships
  • Looking Up the Employees Table
  • Looking Up the Expense Types Table
  • Viewing Table Relationships
  • Understanding Table Joins
  • Editing the Employee Table Join
  • Editing the Expense Type Table Join
  • Creating a New Join
  • Creating a Relationship Report

Unit 4: Importing and Exporting Records

  • Exporting Records to Microsoft Excel
  • Exporting Records to a Text File
  • Importing From Microsoft Excel
  • Importing From a Text File
  • Linking To an External Source

Unit 5: Multi Table Queries

  • Understanding Relational Queries
  • Creating a Relational Query Design
  • Filtering a Relational Query
  • Filtering Related Fields
  • Adding More Tables and Fields
  • Utilising Hidden Fields
  • Understanding Query Joins
  • Creating an Inner Join
  • Creating a Left Outer Join
  • Creating a Right Outer Join

Unit 6: Parameter Queries

  • Creating a Parameter Query
  • Displaying All Records
  • Using Parameters to Display a Range
  • Using Parameters in Expressions
  • Using Parameters with Wildcards

Unit 7: Calculations in Queries

  • Creating a Calculated Field
  • Formatting Calculated Fields
  • Summarising Data Using a Query
  • Changing the Grouping
  • Calculating With Dates
  • Using Criteria in Calculations
  • Concatenating String Fields

Unit 8: Aggregation Queries

  • Creating an Aggregation Query
  • Working with Aggregation Queries
  • Multiple Aggregations
  • Modifying Aggregation Headings
  • Aggregating Calculated Fields
  • Applying Criteria to Aggregates
  • Understanding Nested Queries
  • Creating an Assembly Query
  • Creating the Nesting Query

Unit 9: Action Queries

  • Creating a Make Table Query
  • Using a Make Table Query
  • Understanding Expressions and Update Queries
  • Preparing an Update Query
  • Running an Update Query
  • Updating Using Expressions
  • Running an Expression-Based Update
  • Creating a Delete Query
  • Running a Delete Query
  • Creating an Append Query
  • Running an Append Query
  • Turning Action Messages Off

Unit 10: Modifying Forms

  • Understanding Form Design and Layout
  • Switching Between Form Views
  • Selecting Form Objects
  • Working With a Control Stack
  • Changing Control Widths
  • Moving Controls on a Form
  • Aligning Controls
  • Understanding Properties
  • Changing Label Captions
  • Adding an Unbound Control
  • Adding a Control Source
  • Formatting a Control
  • Checking the Current Tab Order
  • Changing the Tab Order
  • Inserting the Date into the Form Header

Unit 11: DIY Forms

  • Creating a Multiple Item Form
  • Adjusting the Layout of a Form
  • Typing Into a Form Layout
  • Disabling Fields
  • DIY Sub Forms
  • Removing SubForm Redundancy
  • Splitting and Merging Layout Cells
  • Adding an Easy Lookup Field
  • Adding Buttons to a Form
  • Adjusting Form Properties

Unit 12: Creating and Using Macros

  • Understanding Macros and VBA
  • Creating a Macro
  • Running a Macro
  • Modifying an Existing Macro
  • Interacting With the User
  • Stepping Through a Macro
  • Documenting Macros

Unit 13: Macro Techniques

  • Creating a Print Macro
  • Using Conditions to Enhance a Macro
  • Creating a Sequence of Conditions
  • Understanding the Versatility of MsgBox
  • Using the MsgBox Function
  • Reconfiguring a Message Box
  • Using the InputBox Function

Unit 14: Macros on Forms

  • Understanding Macros on Forms
  • Creating Navigation Macros
  • Accessing Event Macros
  • Creating Unassigned Buttons
  • Programming an Event
  • Running an Event Macro
  • Modifying an Event Macro
  • Setting Echo Off
  • Adding a Close Button
  • Creating a Search Macro
  • Running the Search Macro
  • Understanding the Search Macro
  • Naming Macros
  • Referencing Macro Sheet Macros

Unit 15: Database Wellness

  • Compacting and Repairing a Database
  • Understanding Database Splitting
  • Using the Database Splitter
  • Managing Linked Tables
  • Checking Object Dependencies
  • Analysing Database Performance
  • Documenting a Database

Unit 16: An Introduction to VBA

  • Understanding VBA
  • Coding VBA for an Event
  • Running VBA Event Code
  • Understanding MsgBox and InputBox
  • Modifying an Existing Procedure
  • Understanding the Modified Code
  • Creating a Standard Module
  • Loan Simulator Code
  • Running the Code
  • Understanding the Loan Simulator Code
  • Creating a Button for the Simulator
  • Attaching the Simulator Code

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Course Reviews

(4.80 out of 5) [ 04 August, 2022 ]

Well paced, definitely better (for us) in person, Adam was good at explaining and going over topics if need be.

(5.00 out of 5) [ 22 November, 2021 ]

this course is very well structured and helpful. Special Thanks much to Alex for the great training section.

(5.00 out of 5) [ 08 June, 2021 ]

Alex was wonderful! Full of knowledge and experience. I felt like there was a lot more content and things to do in this course in comparison to the beginner course. I'll definitely be resitting to ensure I absorb as much information as possible.

(5.00 out of 5) [ 14 September, 2020 ]

Great course and great instructor. Very clearly delivered and explained well. I have a much better understanding of the different features of Access and how I can apply this in my role.

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