What is this section about?

This section will help you learn how to use a database. A database is one of two applications that you will learn to use in this unit.

What will I learn?

At the end of this section, you will be able to:

• understand what a database is
• start up an Access database
• edit data in an Access database
• print out a data table
• close down Access.

How long should it take to do this section?

You should complete this section in about six to eight hours.

What do I need?

You need a computer with Windows XP and Microsoft Access installed.

Your tutor will show you how to find your folder.

How will I be assessed on my work in this section?

Your tutor will give you an assessment task very like the ones that you do in this section. This task may be linked to other subjects you are studying.

Your tutor will give you this task when you are ready for it. Your tutor will watch you doing it to make sure that it is your own work.

The task will test if you can use the Access database program.

You can be reassessed if necessary.