Database Methods FETAC Level 5 - Module Code B20012
Programme Aim
This module has been designed to provide practical experience in the use of database software in typical business and other activities. It provides an understanding of fundamental database concepts and practical experience in database design, implementation and organisation.
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
- Understand databases and their range of applications
- Use databases for a range of applications
- Create databases from design specification(s)
- Utilise a wide range of database functions in order to manipulate, interrogate and output information create a database according to a given brief, under time constraint
- Create a database according to a given brief, under time constraint
- Demonstrate personal initiative and resourcefulness in responding to database assignments
Training Content - Learning is grouped into 3 specific units.
Unit 1 - Basic Database Concepts
Unit 2 - Database Design, implementation and organisation
Unit 3 - Additional database operations
Method of Assessment
Examination 50% – students will sit an examination which is worth 50% of the total marks.
Project 50% - Students will receive a detailed brief which they will follow in order to complete the project. The project is developed for the learner to bring various learning outcomes during the module to a real life situation.
Preferred Entry Level
A learner seeking entry to this course at Level 5 does not need a previous formal qualification. Some learners may have achieved certification at Level 4 e.g. leaving certificate or FETAC Level 4 certificate. Learners at Level 5 will need to be proficient at reading, drafting, preparing and understanding information. This module will include individual and team working activities. All resources are provided as part of the programme and learners will receive supports and guidance from their tutors.
Programme Duration
The course is part-time. It will run 6 hours per week over 5 weeks. Learners need to be able to complete some work and research outside of course hours. Usually this programme requires 6 hours maximum of personal work outside the course time.
