Data Management Software

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
A/502/4560
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Enter, edit and maintain data records in a data management system.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Discuss when and how to change or create a new data entry form.
  • 1.2
    Enter data accurately into records to meet requirements.
  • 1.3
    Configure characteristics of groups of records.
  • 1.4
    Discuss and explain how to locate and amend data records.
  • 1.5
    Check data records meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary.
  • 1.6
    Interpret and respond appropriately to a range of data and application error messages.
  • 1.7
    Evaluate and explain the risks to data security and procedures used for data protection.
  • 1.8
    Manage data files effectively, in line with local and/or legal guidelines for the storage and use of data where available.
2.

Retrieve and display data records to meet requirements.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Determine and explain what queries and reports need to be run to output the required information.
  • 2.2
    Create and use queries to search for and retrieve information from the system.
  • 2.3
    Create, define and set up reports to output information to meet requirements.
  • 2.4
    Use the file handling techniques of the software to import and export data.
  • 2.5
    Use available techniques to combine and link data.