Access Training in Helena

This SQL training course is designed for government personnel who wish to acquire the essential skills needed to extract and analyze data using Microsoft Access. Course participants will learn:

• how to write SQL queries
• what relational databases are and how they can be utilized
• what relationships are and how to create them
• the structure of data
• differences between SQL dialects (Oracle, T-SQL, ANSI)
• practical skills for writing queries

This SQL course focuses on the Microsoft Access dialect of SQL, specifically tailored for government use.

The objective of the course is to enable participants to gain a mastery of the fundamentals and usages of VBA for Access and Excel, enhancing their capabilities for government workflows and data management tasks.

The course participants will gain an understanding of the terminology used in relational databases, develop the skills necessary to design database applications, and become familiar with the fundamental principles of creating forms and reports for government use.

The training addresses issues related to programming in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and outlines methods for accessing data through VBA. Participants will also gain an understanding of the mechanisms necessary to develop professional database applications, ensuring alignment with standards and practices for government use.

The course participants will learn techniques to enhance the performance of databases, develop complex queries, and design user-friendly forms and reporting systems. Additionally, the course provides an introduction to automating all database operations using macros and VBA, tailored specifically for government applications.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner to intermediate-level professionals who wish to enhance their skills in extracting, analyzing, and manipulating data within Microsoft Access using queries and SQL. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Understand different types of queries in Microsoft Access. - Utilize query design tools to extract and analyze data effectively. - Write SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data. - Perform data aggregation, filtering, and sorting using queries. - Apply advanced query techniques for troubleshooting and optimization. This training is designed to support the professional development needs of individuals working with data management tasks for government agencies.

Participants in this course will acquire the skills necessary to design a database and tailor it to meet the needs of end users for government applications.