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3 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build and manage relational databases, tables, and relationships efficiently using Access 2021.

  • Design interactive forms, subforms, and complex reports to visualize and enter data effectively.

  • Automate tasks with macros and write VBA code for advanced customization and control.

  • Implement SQL queries, secure your database, and manage multi-user environments confidently.

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There are 30 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This all-encompassing course takes you from the fundamentals of Microsoft Access 2021 to advanced database management and programming. You’ll begin by mastering the Access interface, database creation, tables, and relationships, building a strong foundation in organizing and managing data efficiently. As you advance, you'll explore forms, queries, reports, and automa88tion using macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to enhance productivity. The course flows naturally from beginner concepts like templates and basic data entry to sophisticated techniques such as SQL queries, multi-user database splitting, security practices, and VBA programming. Practical exercises are integrated throughout to reinforce your learning and provide hands-on experience. You’ll learn how to customize your databases for real-world business scenarios, ensuring you can create reliable, efficient, and secure Access applications. Ideal for database beginners, office professionals, and aspiring developers, this course requires no prior Access experience but benefits those familiar with basic office software. The difficulty ranges from beginner to advanced, making it suitable for a broad audience eager to gain comprehensive Access skills.

In this module, we will introduce you to Microsoft Access 2021 and the course structure. You will learn how to acquire and install Access, explore new features, and complete your first hands-on exercise to set up your working environment.

What's included

4 videos1 reading

4 videosTotal 14 minutes
  • Introduction to Access 20215 minutes
  • Acquiring Access 20214 minutes
  • What's New in Access 2021?4 minutes
  • Exercise 011 minute
1 readingTotal 10 minutes
  • Full Course Resources10 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through creating, saving, and opening databases. You’ll learn to customize the toolbar and menus, explore keyboard shortcuts, and practice building your first inventory database using templates.

What's included

9 videos1 assignment

9 videosTotal 63 minutes
  • Use Database Templates8 minutes
  • Create, Save, and Open Databases9 minutes
  • Explore the Access Interface and Backstage11 minutes
  • Customize the Quick Access Toolbar6 minutes
  • Access Menus5 minutes
  • Keyboard Shortcuts and Key Tips6 minutes
  • Online Help6 minutes
  • Access Options8 minutes
  • Exercise 023 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Get Started with Access 2021 - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you the essentials of table creation and management. You will build tables, apply indexing and validation, and perform practical exercises to reinforce your data structuring skills in Access 2021.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 40 minutes
  • Create a Table and Fields8 minutes
  • Index Fields, Primary Keys, and Add Records7 minutes
  • Use the Lookup Wizard to Create a Drop-Down List8 minutes
  • Numeric Fields and Data Validation Rules7 minutes
  • Add More Table Fields5 minutes
  • Exercise 036 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Work with Tables15 minutes

In this module, we will show you how to seamlessly import data from Excel spreadsheets and text files into Microsoft Access 2021. You will gain hands-on experience with data import processes to enhance your database's versatility.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 11 minutes
  • Importing Data from Excel5 minutes
  • Importing Data from a Text File4 minutes
  • Exercise 042 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Import Data - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore the Datasheet View in Access 2021, focusing on its design and data manipulation capabilities. You will practice sorting, filtering, and editing records to become proficient in managing data visually.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 21 minutes
  • Design in the Datasheet View6 minutes
  • Sort and Filter in Datasheet View6 minutes
  • Enter and Modify Data in Datasheet View5 minutes
  • Exercise 054 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Datasheet View - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through setting up and managing relationships between tables in Access 2021. You will learn to create link tables and enforce integrity rules, ensuring your database maintains accurate and related data.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 36 minutes
  • Relationships Explained4 minutes
  • Set Up Relationships4 minutes
  • Create a Link Table: Part 16 minutes
  • Create a Link Table: Part 27 minutes
  • Edit the Link Table12 minutes
  • Exercise 064 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Create Relationships - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you how to create and personalize forms to interact with your database. You’ll explore different views and form properties, culminating in a hands-on exercise building a custom order maintenance form.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 47 minutes
  • Create a Form: Form Wizard6 minutes
  • Form Properties8 minutes
  • Modify a Form: Single Form Versus Continuous View5 minutes
  • Forms in Layout View10 minutes
  • Forms in Design View13 minutes
  • Exercise 074 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Forms - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover the process of creating and linking subforms in Access 2021. You’ll learn to build relational forms that improve data presentation and complete practical tasks to reinforce these concepts.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 28 minutes
  • Setting Up Subforms: Part 18 minutes
  • Setting Up Subforms: Part 211 minutes
  • Exercise 089 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Subforms - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce you to creating and running queries in Access 2021. You’ll learn essential join types and practice building queries to extract meaningful information from your database.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 26 minutes
  • Create a Query12 minutes
  • INNER, RIGHT, and LEFT Joins5 minutes
  • Run Queries and Aggregate Numeric Data Using Query Wizard7 minutes
  • Exercise 093 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Queries - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on setting up validations and expressions in Access 2021. You will learn how to enhance data accuracy and perform calculations, finishing with hands-on practice creating calculated controls on forms.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 20 minutes
  • Set Up More Validations and Expressions7 minutes
  • Basic Calculations Using Expressions9 minutes
  • Exercise 104 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Validations and Expressions - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore report creation in Access 2021, from running simple reports to designing complex layouts. You will practice crafting personalized reports that showcase your database insights effectively.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 30 minutes
  • Run a Basic Report6 minutes
  • Custom Report Design13 minutes
  • Complex Reports5 minutes
  • Exercise 116 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Reports- Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce additional data types available in Access 2021. You’ll learn to incorporate Boolean fields and attach files to records, expanding the functionality of your database with hands-on application.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 16 minutes
  • Other Data Types: Yes/No6 minutes
  • Other Data Types: Attachments6 minutes
  • Exercise 124 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • More Data Types - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will deepen your knowledge of form controls and design in Access 2021. You will explore option buttons, themes, and navigation forms, and complete exercises to create polished, user-friendly interfaces.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 34 minutes
  • Form Controls: Option Buttons10 minutes
  • Form Themes and Design10 minutes
  • Navigation Forms8 minutes
  • Exercise 136 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • More About Forms - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you how to share your Access 2021 databases securely. You’ll learn to export data, set properties, encrypt files, and practice these skills to protect your information.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 18 minutes
  • Export Parts of an Access Database7 minutes
  • Database Properties and Encryption7 minutes
  • Exercise 143 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Share an Access Database - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore advanced Access features that help maintain and document your database. You will practice compacting, repairing, printing reports, and generating detailed documentation.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 14 minutes
  • Compact and Repair4 minutes
  • Printing and Database Documenter7 minutes
  • Exercise 153 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Additional Access Features - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will conclude the beginner course, recapping essential skills and achievements. This prepares you for the advanced topics coming next in your Access 2021 journey.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

1 videoTotal 5 minutes
  • Course Close5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Beginner Course Close - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce the advanced Access 2021 course content. You’ll get set up for success and be ready to dive deeper into complex database management.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videosTotal 5 minutes
  • Course Introduction2 minutes
  • Set Up for Success in Access 20213 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Introduction to the Advanced Course - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover advanced concepts of primary keys and indexes in Access 2021. You will learn best practices and strategies for efficient database design.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videosTotal 18 minutes
  • Primary Keys and Indexing Rules and Guidelines9 minutes
  • More About Indexes8 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Primary Keys and Indexes - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through advanced datasheet view techniques using the Northwind database. You’ll learn customization and data analysis skills to manage complex datasets.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 41 minutes
  • Set Up the Northwind Database3 minutes
  • Work in a Datasheet View11 minutes
  • Customize Datasheet View9 minutes
  • Advanced Sorting and Filtering in Datasheet View8 minutes
  • Subdatasheets8 minutes
  • Exercise 011 minute
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Using Datasheet View - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will demonstrate how to link tables across Access databases. This technique expands your data sources and improves data management flexibility.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

1 videoTotal 12 minutes
  • Linking Two Tables to Other Access Databases12 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Linking to Other Access Databases - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover integrating Access 2021 with SQL Server using ODBC. You will gain skills in installation, configuration, and linking for enterprise-level database solutions.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 20 minutes
  • Install SQL Server Express9 minutes
  • Set Up SQL Server Express10 minutes
  • Exercise 021 minute
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Using ODBC and SQL Servers - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore splitting your Access database to optimize performance and collaboration. You will practice dividing your database and addressing multi-user issues.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 28 minutes
  • Splitting an Access Database into Frontend and Backend8 minutes
  • Convert to Local Table8 minutes
  • Addressing Multi-User Issues When Sharing Data10 minutes
  • Exercise 032 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Splitting an Access Database - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce macro basics and automation in Access 2021. You’ll learn to build macros, manage events, and secure your macros for effective task automation.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 39 minutes
  • Basics of Macros8 minutes
  • Macro on Events; AutoExec11 minutes
  • More About AutoExec12 minutes
  • Macro Security Settings6 minutes
  • Exercise 043 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Macros - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you how to personalize the Access ribbon and toolbar. Customizing these elements helps you work faster and more comfortably.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

1 videoTotal 10 minutes
  • Customize the Quick Access Toolbar and Tabs10 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • The Ribbon - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will dive into VBA programming in Access 2021. You will unlock powerful customization options by learning to write and manage VBA code effectively.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 53 minutes
  • Convert Macros to VBA10 minutes
  • Run VBA Code and Error Handling12 minutes
  • Create Modules: Subs, Functions, Intellisense, and Variables10 minutes
  • Scope, Variable Naming, and Strings10 minutes
  • Standard Functions: Logical, Case, and Loops11 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Visual Basic for Applications - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover the Access events model, enabling you to automate and control user interactions. You will build advanced functions and user interfaces through event handling.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 35 minutes
  • Adding Events to Assets Database7 minutes
  • Exercise 052 minutes
  • Common Events: Form and Report Events7 minutes
  • Switchboard, Navigation Forms, and Error Handling14 minutes
  • Exercise 065 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Access Events Model - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach advanced form design techniques. You will learn to format forms, manage errors, and build intuitive tabbed interfaces for better user experiences.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 48 minutes
  • Formatting Bound and Control Forms10 minutes
  • Split Forms and Macro Error Handling12 minutes
  • Creating Form with Tab9 minutes
  • Go to Combo Box and Its Properties12 minutes
  • Exercise 075 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Forms - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will deepen your query skills with advanced SQL and action queries. You will practice building powerful queries that manipulate and analyze data dynamically.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videosTotal 73 minutes
  • Basics of Queries11 minutes
  • Syntax of SQL Statements13 minutes
  • Use of Multiple Where Criteria and Select Statements Function11 minutes
  • Joins and Join Types12 minutes
  • Exercise 081 minute
  • Action Queries - Part 111 minutes
  • Action Queries - Part 211 minutes
  • Subqueries4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Advanced Use of Queries - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you how to protect your Access 2021 databases and code. You’ll learn encryption, password management, and packaging techniques to safeguard your work.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videosTotal 8 minutes
  • Protect the Database and VBA Code7 minutes
  • Exercise 091 minute
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Protecting the Database and Code - Assessment15 minutes

In this final module, we will summarize your advanced Access 2021 journey. You’ll revisit key concepts and celebrate your accomplishment as you complete the course.

What's included

1 video2 assignments

1 videoTotal 3 minutes
  • Course Close3 minutes
2 assignmentsTotal 75 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment60 minutes

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