Data types | Text |
Numeric | Boolean |
Date/Time | Currency |
AutoNumber | Binary |
A data type used to store alphanumeric data such as names, descriptions, or addresses. | The different kinds of data that can be stored in a database. |
A data type used to store true/false or yes/no values in a database. | A data type used to store numbers in a database. |
A data type used to store monetary values in a database. | A data type used to store dates and times in a database. |
A data type used to store images, videos, or other non-text data in a database. | A data type used to assign a unique, incremental number to each record in a database table automatically. |
Long Text | Lookup |
Hyperlink | Attachment |
Primary key | Foreign key |
Relationship | Table |
A data type used to create a dropdown list of values from another table in a database. | A data type used to store large amounts of text such as comments or descriptions in a database. |
A data type used to attach files to a record in a database, such as a resume or cover letter. | A data type used to store web addresses or email addresses in a database. |
A field that refers to a unique identifier in another database table, thereby establishing a relationship between the two tables. | A unique identifier in a database table that is designated to be the main way to access and retrieve data. |
An arrangement of data into rows and columns, comprising fields and records. | The association between tables in a database, established through the use of primary and foreign keys. |
Field | Record |
Data | Create |
Operations | Access |
Retrieve | Designate |
A row in a database table that represents a unique instance of data. | A column in a database table that contains a specific piece of information. |
To establish or bring into existence. | Information that is stored in a database table. |
The ability to retrieve, view, or modify data in a database. | The actions that can be performed on data in a database, such as inserting, deleting, and updating records. |
To assign or identify something for a particular purpose or function. | To obtain or access data from a database. |
database | components |
data | organized |
stored | create |
query | table |
The different parts that make up a database, such as tables, forms, queries, and reports. | A structured set of data held in a computer and organized in such a way that it can be easily accessed, managed, and updated. |
Arranged in a systematic way, often according to specific rules or guidelines. | Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis. |
To build or make something new, such as a database or table. | Saved or held in a particular place, often for future use or reference. |
A collection of related data held in a structured format within a database. | A specific request for information from a database, often used to filter or sort through data. |
form | report |
field | record |
Database Validation | Database Verification |
Record Count Verification | Field Specification Verification |
A formatted view of database data that can be printed or viewed on screen, often used for analysis or communication purposes. | A type of database object used to enter, edit, or view data in a table or query. |
A complete set of related information within a database, often represented by a row in a table. | A specific piece of data within a database, such as a name or date. |
The process of ensuring that a database is valid, accurate, and consistent by comparing it with a source of truth. | The process of checking if the data in a database is accurate and conforms to certain rules and constraints. |
The technique used for ensuring that the data in a database is of the correct type, length, and format. | The technique used for checking if the number of records in a database is correct. |
Range Check Validation | Format Check Validation |
Consistency Check Validation | Completeness Check Validation |
Redundancy Check Validation | Data Type Check Validation |
Referential Integrity Verification | Practical Scenario |
The technique used for checking if the data in a database field conforms to a specified format, such as a phone number or email address. | The technique used for checking if the values in a database field fall within a specified range or set of values. |
The technique used for ensuring that all required data is present in a database. | The technique used for ensuring that the data in a database is consistent across tables and fields. |
The technique used for checking if the data in a database is of the correct data type, such as text, numeric, or date. | The technique used for checking if there are any duplicate or unnecessary records or fields in a database. |
An application of the techniques learned in this lesson in a real-world situation. | The technique used for ensuring that the relationships between tables and fields in a database are valid and consistent. |
Database validation | Database verification |
Validation error | Verification error |
Syntax error | Logical error |
Input error | Output error |
The process of checking and confirming that data entered into a database is correct and matches the original source data. | The process of ensuring that data entered into a database meets specified requirements and is accurate. |
An error that occurs when data entered into a database does not match the original source data, such as incorrect data entry or data corruption during transmission. | An error that occurs when data entered into a database does not meet specified requirements, such as incorrect or incomplete data. |
An error that occurs when the program logic or database design is flawed, causing incorrect or unexpected results. | An error that occurs when data entered into a database does not adhere to the syntax rules of the database engine or programming language used. |
An error that occurs when the output or result of a database query or operation is incorrect or unexpected. | An error that occurs when incorrect or incomplete data is entered into a database. |
Redundancy error | Normalization error |
Data integrity | Data validation |
Sorting data | Multiple fields |
Descending order | Database |
An error that occurs when a database is not properly normalized, leading to data inconsistencies, inefficiencies and potential errors. | An error that occurs when data is duplicated or repeated unnecessarily in a database, leading to inefficiency and potential data inconsistencies. |
The process of verifying that input data is correct, complete and meets specified requirements. | The assurance that data entered into a database is accurate, consistent and meets specified requirements. |
The process of sorting data based on two or more fields. | The process of arranging data in some logical order. |
A collection of data that is organized in a way that allows users to access, manage, and update it easily. | The process of arranging data from highest to lowest or from A to Z. |
Importance | Learn |
Practice | Spreadsheet |
Arranging | Logical order |
Degree | Significance |
The act of gaining knowledge or skill through study, instruction, or experience. | The degree to which something is of significance or value. |
A program used to organize and manipulate data in rows and columns. | The act of repeatedly doing something in order to improve skill or proficiency. |
The process of arranging data in a way that makes sense or is understandable to people. | The process of putting things in a particular order based on some criteria. |
The quality of being important or having an impact on something. | A measure of the extent or amount of something. |
Consistent Formatting | Inputting Data |
Tables | Forms |
Real-World Scenarios | Data Accuracy |
Data Integrity | Data Security |
The act of entering data into a table or form. | The process of ensuring that the way data is presented in tables and forms remains uniform throughout the document. |
A document used to gather information for a specific purpose. | A tool used to organize data into rows and columns. |
The degree to which data is correct and error-free. | Situation outside of a classroom setting where data is being inputted into tables and forms with consistent formatting. |
The protection of data from unauthorized access. | The assurance that data is consistent and reliable. |
Data Validation | Input Mask |
Data Type | Field |
Search/Query | Single Criterion Search/Query |
Multiple Criteria Search/Query | Key Features |
A predetermined format for inputting data into a form. | The process of verifying that data conforms to a predefined set of rules or requirements. |
A specific area within a form or table for entering data. | A category assigned to data for the purposes of validation and presentation. |
A type of search/query that uses only one attribute or parameter to find relevant information. | A process of finding and retrieving specific information from a database or search engine. |
The important and distinguishing aspects or characteristics of search/query functions. | A type of search/query that uses multiple attributes or parameters to find relevant information. |
Boolean Operators | Wildcards |
Filters | Sorting |
Practical Scenarios | Comparison |
Contrast | Attribute |
Characters used in a search query to stand for unknown or variable parts of a search term. | The logical operators (AND, OR, NOT) used to combine search terms for more effective search results. |
The process of arranging search results in a specific order, based on a chosen attribute or parameter. | Parameters used to refine or narrow search results based on specific criteria. |
The process of identifying similarities and differences between single criterion and multiple criteria search/query functions. | Real-world situations where search/query functions are applied to find specific information or solve a problem. |
A characteristic or property of a database record or object that can be used to query or filter information. | The process of highlighting the differences between single criterion and multiple criteria search/query functions. |
Relational operators | Logical operators |
AND operator | OR operator |
Comparison operator | Query |
Successful query | Unsuccessful query |
Symbols used to combine two or more conditions, such as AND or OR | Symbols used to compare two values, such as less than (<) or equal to (=) |
A logical operator that returns true if at least one of the conditions is true | A logical operator that returns true only if both conditions are true |
A request for information from a database using specific criteria | Symbols used to compare two values for equality or inequality, such as = or != |
A query that does not return the desired information from a database | A query that returns the desired information from a database |
Boolean value | Logical expression |
Conditional expression | Troubleshoot |
Creating reports | Customizing reports |
Specified fields | Microsoft Access |
A combination of conditions using logical operators | A value that is either true or false |
To identify and fix problems in a process or system | A combination of conditions using comparison and logical operators |
The act of modifying reports to suit specific needs and preferences. | The process of generating reports using Microsoft Access. |
A database management system developed by Microsoft Corporation. | Certain fields in a database selected for inclusion in a report. |
Effective data analysis | Report customization |
Database management system | Generating reports |
Data analysis | Database |
Decision making | Modifying reports |
The process of tailoring reports to meet specific requirements. | The use of meaningful insights derived from data to improve decision making. |
The act of creating reports using a database management system. | Software that enables users to create, manipulate, and maintain databases. |
A structured collection of data stored and retrieved using a computer system. | The process of examining data to draw conclusions or identify patterns. |
Changing the layout, format or content of reports. | The process of making choices by identifying and evaluating options. |