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Design and develop relational databases

Design and develop relational databases

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBITA411
State Code
OAE68
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/09/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2019
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
14/02/2019
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and develop a multi-table relational database (including queries, forms and reports) to meet a defined need using existing data and available digital database applications/platforms.It applies to individuals who may work independently or within an administrative support role, with the responsibility to develop and use databases to store and retrieve data using commercially available applications/platforms.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design database
  • 1.1 Identify organisational and task requirements to confirm scope and functionality of database design, including data redundancy
  • 1.2 Develop a logical data model to identify and classify data into types in accordance with organisational and task requirements
  • 1.3 Select appropriate digital application/platform according to organisational and task requirements, available resources, and required scope and functionality of database
  • 1.4 Create and document proposed database structure, and share with appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 1.5 Seek feedback on proposed database design from appropriate personnel
2. Develop database
  • 2.1 Set field attributes according to data type and link databases by a common field in accordance with database application usage
  • 2.2 Assign primary key to uniquely identify data
  • 2.3 Assign foreign keys to establish associations between data, in accordance with organisational and task requirements
  • 2.4 Use software functions and formulae to meet organisational and task requirements
  • 2.5 Create password and access system according to organisational policies and procedures relating to data security
  • 2.6 Access and use application help functions to overcome intermediate-level issues with database design and production, where required
3. Develop queries, forms and reports
  • 3.1 Identify information output, database tables to be use and report layout, in accordance with task requirements
  • 3.2 Identify data groupings, search and sort criteria, in accordance with task requirements
  • 3.3 Run reports and queries to confirm that results and formulae produce required data
  • 3.4 Modify reports to include or exclude additional requirements, where necessary
4. Test and finalise database
  • 4.1 Populate database with sample dataset for testing, meeting organisational requirements for speed and accuracy
  • 4.2 Assess and document effectiveness of data relationships, query forms and reports, assessing against organisational and task requirements
  • 4.3 Document and address any errors in database design
  • 4.4 Name and store database in accordance with organisational policies and procedures relating to data security, and exit the application without data loss or damage
  • 4.5 Confirm database readiness with appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUI22 BSBITA401 Design databases Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCD99 BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AVV9 BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business Qualification
AVS9 BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration Qualification