Microsoft Access 2013 (MOS)

(77-424)/ISBN:978-1-61691-570-4

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Prepare for the Microsoft Access 2013 77-424 exam with the MOS: Microsoft Access 2013 course. The course focuses on the MOS 77-424 exam objectives and provides the knowledge required to create and manage databases; build tables, create queries, forms, and reports; and more. The Microsoft Access training course is designed to provide all the skills required to compact, repair, and back up databases, print, and export a database, and more.

Here's what you will get

The Microsoft 77-424 exam is designed for candidates who have a fundamental understanding of the Access 2013 environment and can complete tasks independently. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the correct application of the principal features of Access 2013. The MOS Access 77-424 exam validates candidates' skills to use principle Access 2013 features to independently create custom, browser-based database applications.

Lessons

23+ Lessons | 61+ Exercises | 61+ Quizzes | 136+ Flashcards | 136+ Glossary of terms

TestPrep

39+ Pre Assessment Questions | 2+ Full Length Tests | 45+ Post Assessment Questions | 90+ Practice Test Questions

Hand on lab

+ LiveLab | 82+ Video tutorials | 05:13+ Hours

Video Lessons

164+ Videos | 11:10+ Hours

Here's what you will learn

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Lessons 1: An Introduction to Database Development

  • The Database Terminology of Access
  • Relational Databases
  • Access Database Objects
  • A Five-Step Design Method

Lessons 2: Getting Started with Access

  • The Access Welcome Screen
  • How to Create a Blank Desktop Database
  • The Access 2013 Interface
  • Bulletproofing an Application

Lessons 3: Creating Access Tables

  • Table Types
  • Creating a New Table
  • Creating tblCustomers
  • Changing a Table Design
  • Understanding tblCustomers Field Properties
  • Setting the Primary Key
  • Saving the Completed Table
  • Manipulating Tables
  • Adding Records to a Database Table
  • Understanding Attachment Fields

Lessons 4: Understanding Table Relationships

  • Building Bulletproof Databases
  • Data Normalization and Denormalization
  • Table Relationships
  • Integrity Rules
  • Keys

Lessons 5: Working with Access Tables

  • Understanding Datasheets
  • Looking at the Datasheet Window
  • Opening a Datasheet
  • Entering New Data
  • Navigating Records in a Datasheet
  • Changing Values in a Datasheet
  • Using the Undo Feature
  • Copying and Pasting Values
  • Replacing Values
  • Adding New Records
  • Deleting Records
  • Displaying Records
  • Sorting and Filtering Records in a Datasheet
  • Aggregating Data
  • Printing Records

Lessons 6: Importing and Exporting Data

  • How Access Works with External Data
  • Options for Importing and Exporting
  • How to Import External Data
  • How to Export to External Formats

Lessons 7: Linking to External Data

  • Linking External Data
  • Working with Linked Tables

Lessons 8: Selecting Data with Queries

  • Introducing Queries
  • Creating a Query
  • Working with Query Fields
  • Adding Criteria to Your Queries
  • Printing a Query's Recordset
  • Saving a Query
  • Creating Multi-Table Queries
  • Working with the Table Pane

Lessons 9: Using Operators and Expressions in Access

  • Introducing Operators
  • Using Operators and Expressions in Queries
  • Entering Single-Value Field Criteria
  • Using Multiple Criteria in a Query
  • Entering Criteria in Multiple Fields

Lessons 10: Going Beyond Select Queries

  • Action Queries
  • Crosstab Queries

Lessons 11: Working with Calculations and Dates

  • Using Calculations in Your Analyses
  • Using Dates in Your Analyses

Lessons 12: Performing Conditional Analyses

  • Using Parameter Queries
  • Using Conditional Functions

Lessons 13: Fundamentals of Using Access SQL

  • Understanding Basic SQL
  • Getting Fancy with Advanced SQL Statements
  • Using SQL Specific Queries

Lessons 14: Subqueries and Domain Aggregate Functions

  • Enhancing Your Analyses with Subqueries
  • Domain Aggregate Functions

Lessons 15: Creating Basic Access Forms

  • Formulating Forms
  • Working with Controls
  • Introducing Properties

Lessons 16: Working with Data on Access Forms

  • Using Form View
  • Changing Values in a Form
  • Printing a Form
  • Working with Form Properties
  • Adding a Form Header or Footer
  • Working with Section Properties
  • Changing the Layout
  • Converting a Form to a Report

Lessons 17: Working with Form Controls

  • Setting Control Properties
  • Creating a Calculated Control
  • Working with Subforms
  • Form Design Tips
  • Tackling Advanced Forms Techniques
  • Using the Tab Control
  • Designing a Form from Scratch

Lessons 18: Presenting Data with Access Reports

  • Introducing Reports
  • Creating a Report, from Beginning to End
  • Banded Report Design Concepts
  • Creating a Report from Scratch
  • Improving the Report's Appearance

Lessons 19: Advanced Access Report Techniques

  • Grouping and Sorting Data
  • Formatting Data
  • Adding Data
  • Trying More Techniques
  • Transforming Data in Access

Lessons 20: Advanced Data Access with VBA

  • Introducing Visual Basic for Applications
  • Understanding VBA Terminology
  • Adding an Unbound Combo Box to a Form to Find Data
  • Filtering a Form

Appendix A

  • MOS Access

Appendix B

  • Function Reference for Data Analysts

Appendix C

  • Video Tutorials

Exam FAQs

There are no technical prerequisites for the certification exam.

USD 100

The exam consists of performance based questions and is conducted in a live or simulated environment. 

The exam contains 40-60 questions.

90 minutes

The passing score varies from exam to exam and is provided on the score report.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam retake policy

  1. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on an exam the first time, the candidate must wait 24 hours before retaking the exam.
  2. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score the second time, the candidate must wait 2 days (48 hours) before retaking the exam a third time.
  3. A two-day waiting period will be imposed between each subsequent exam retake.
  4. There is no annual limit on the number of attempts on the same exam.
  5. If a candidate achieves a passing score on an Office exam, the candidate may take it again.

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