Synopses & Reviews
'Part of the New Perspectives series, this text offers a case-based, problem-solving approach and innovative technology to make learning Microsoft Access 2003 skills both meaningful and memorable for users. This Second Edition has been updated to include a variety of new material to keep your course up-to-date and engaging.'
Review
"I love the New Perspectives series. I have used them for years and we plan to continue to use New Perspectives in the future. I think this book lives up to its reputation, and I would highly recommend it." —Sandra Brown, Finger Lakes Community College
Synopsis
Part of the New Perspectives series, this text offers a case-based, problem-solving approach and innovative technology for meaningful learning of Microsoft Access 2003.
About the Author
Joseph J. Adamski worked at aerospace and financial services companies from 1968 to 1979 as a programmer, an analyst, and in management, where he focused on database, database management systems, and software engineering. He has since been an associate professor of computer science and information systems at Grand Valley State University, and has authored or co-authored more than 40 textbooks about database and systems development for Course Technology. In addition, Joe has trained and consulted many organizations. In his spare time, he enjoys being the treasurer of the National Puzzlers? League.Kathleen Finnegan is a co-author on New Perspectives on Microsoft Access Brief and has edited and managed many other textbooks on Microsoft applications for Course Technology. Prior to joining Course Technology, Kathy taught various computer courses in the industry for corporate training and high-tech companies and developed courseware as a technical writer and editor for such companies as The Forum Corporation, Digital Equipment Corporation, and IBM.
Table of Contents
Managing Your Files Using Common Features of Microsoft Office 2003 Tutorial 1: Introduction to Microsoft Access 2003 Tutorial 2: Creating and Maintaining a Database Tutorial 3: Querying a Database Tutorial 4: Creating Forms and Reports Tutorial 5: Enhancing a Table's Design, and Creating Advanced Queries Tutorial 6: Creating Custom Forms Tutorial 7: Creating Custom Reports Tutorial 8: Integrating Access with the Web and with Other Programs Tutorial 9: Using Action Queries and Defining Table Relationships Tutorial 10: Automating Tasks with Macros Tutorial 11: Using and Writing Visual Basic for Applications Code Tutorial 12: Managing and Securing a Database Tutorial 13: Additional Cases Appendix: Relational Databases and Database Design