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COURSE TITLE: Access
COURSE NUMBER: 2213
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CATALOG PREFIX: CSCI
PREREQUISITES OR COREQUISITE: None
CREDIT HOURS: 3.0
LECTURE HOURS: 2.5
LABORATORY HOURS: .5 (1 Contact) OBSERVATION HOURS: 0
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to database software using adopted Microsoft Access release edition to
create databases, understand data entry, record-keeping, working with fields, tables,
forms, reports, queries, sharing data, and using database tools in preparation for
Microsoft Access (MOS) 2013 Exam 77-424
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Grading
Students are required to complete the Microsoft Office Specialist Access (MOS)
77-424 Exam.
The MOS Exam will constitute 10% of the calculated final grade.
A = 90 – 100
B = 80 – 89
C = 70 – 79
D = 60 – 69
F = 0 - 59
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ADOPTED TEXT(S):
Microsoft Office Access 2013: Exam 77-424
November 2013 - Copyright © 2014 by John Wiley & Sons
Publisher: Wiley
ISBN#: 9781118938874 – Bundled includes Printed Textbook, Microsoft Office 2013 (6
month license), WileyPLUS Access Card, GMetrix Simulation Practice Tests
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COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to operate and perform
advanced applications within database design and editing software. The student will be
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able to:
1. Create database tables.
2. Modify tables and fields.
3. Create forms.
4. Create reports.
5. Create & modify queries.
6. Use controls in reports and forms.
7. Create advanced tables.
8. Create advanced forms.
9. Create advanced reports.
10. Create advanced queries.
11. Display and display data.
12. Import and export data.
13. Sit for the MOS Exam Final
VIII. COURSE METHODOLOGY
Can include any of the following:
1. Portfolio of documentation representing skills and knowledge gained
2. Hands on textbook applications and exercises for creating and working within
databases and related objects.
3. May include but not limited to: lecture, independent and group projects, in-class
and at-home assignments, discussions, portfolios, tests and quizzes.
Must include:
1. Preparation for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Exam – 77-424 Access 2013
2. Completing of the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Exam – 77-424 Access
2013
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COURSE OUTLINE: SAMPLE WORK SCHEDULE
Lesson 1. Database Essentials – Week 1
Lesson 2. Create Database Tables – Week 2
Lesson 3. Work with Tables / Database Records – Week 3
Lesson 4. Modify Tables and Fields – Week 4
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Lesson 5. Create Forms and Circling Back 1 – Week 5
Lesson 6. Create Reports – Week 6
Lesson 7. Use Controls in Reports and Forms – Week 7
Lesson 8. Create and Modify Queries – Week 8
Lesson 9. Advanced Tables – Week 9
Lesson 10. Advanced Forms and Circling Back 2 – Week 10
Lesson 11. Advanced Reports – Week 11
Lesson 12. Advanced Queries – Week 12
Lesson 13. Display and Share Data – Week 13
Lesson 14. Import and Export Data, Lesson 15 Database Tools, and Circling Back Week 14
Preparation for MOS Test
MOS Final Test – Week 16
*Instructor will reserve the right to organize work to meet objectives of the course.
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OTHER REQUIRED BOOKS, SOFTWARE AND MATERIALS:
1. Current adopted version of Microsoft Access 2013
2. Textbook includes Microsoft Office 2013 Six (6) month license
3. Textbook includes Wiley PLUS Access Card with additional projects, tutorials,
video, and audio clips including eBook
4. Textbook includes GMetrix Practice Tests
5. Student Data Files available at Student Companion Website or in WileyPLUS
6. Microsoft Office Exam Voucher purchased at Certiport or at the SSCC bookstore
7. Applicable Lab Fees
8. Applicable exam sitting fees
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XI.
EVALUATION:
1. Students will complete multiple exercises in Microsoft Access application format.
2. Other assignments, projects, exercises, discussions, portfolios and quizzes may be
assigned and graded at the discretion of the instructor.
3. Students will complete the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Exam for this course as
the final test in the course.
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SPECIFIC MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Assignments will be evaluated according to instructor directives.
XIII. OTHER INFORMATION:
FERPA: Students need to understand that your work may be seen by others. Others
may see your work when being distributed, during group project work, or if it is chosen
for demonstration purposes.
Students also need to know that there is a strong possibility that your work may be
submitted to other entities for the purpose of plagiarism checks.
DISABILITIES: Students with disabilities may contact the Disabilities Service Office,
Central Campus, at 800-628-7722 or 937-393-3431.
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