Stage 1 Module 4
Databases for a Purpose
Course Description
In this module, students use the knowledge and skills developed during Next Steps module ‘Exploring Databases’, and apply it to designing and implementing their own database. In doing this, they will need to consider how databases are used in the real world, and consider the features of a good database. The aim is to allow students to demonstrate that they can consider what features are needed to make a useful database. This includes consideration of how the database will be used, who can enter information, and who can access it.
- Identify a purpose for a database
- Design, create and develop a database for a specific purpose
- Utilise different field types
- Test database
- Demonstrate an awareness of data security
- Transfer data between applications
Students identify the overall purpose of the database, and how it will be used.
Students create a simple database, identifying an appropriate (not necessarily exhaustive) list of fieldnames. Students are able to produce a simple data-entry form to collect their data, so that a small number of records can be added to their database.
Students should be aware that different types of data may benefit from being handled differently. They can show this either in data-entry forms or in how they set up the field types in their database. E.g. students choose an appropriate format (text, number, yes/no or drop-down list) for each field.
In addition to the pass criteria, students need to demonstrate that the database works as expected. Students should be able to describe to the teacher two or three tests to be run.
Students show a basic understanding of how different users might need to see different information from within their database. They should also understand fundamentals of data security, e.g. that only authorised people should be able to change data, and that passwords might be needed to allow different levels of access.
Students use data imported from other associated software packages, e.g. spreadsheet/word-processing packages.
At the end of this course, student will take the ICT Starters Assessment of On Track Stage 1 Module 4 : Databases for a Purpose.
Cambridge Certification is available at TWO stages.
- Students will be awarded the Cambridge Stage 1 Certificate upon successful completion of all stage 1 modules within three years.
- Those who can complete all stage 1 and stage 2 modules within the same period will be awarded a full certificate.
Holiday Cambridge Preparatory Courses
- The preparatory course duration is 12 hours.
- The fee including the assessment fee(s) per course is HK$4,700
- HK$180 Registration Fee is required for new student
| Course Code | Lesson Date & Time | Assessment Date & Time |
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| SC41 | Jul 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 (Tue and Thu) 09:00 am - 11:00 am |
Jul 22 (Sat) 08:30 am - 10:15 |
| SC42 | Jul 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21 (Mon, Wed and Fri) 11:00 am - 01:00 pm |
Jul 22 (Sat) 10:30 am - 12:15 |
| SC43 | Jul 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25 (Tue to Tue) 02:00 pm - 04:00 pm |
Jul 29 (Sat) 01:30 pm - 03:15 |
| SC44 | Jul 24, 26, 28, 31, Aug 2, 4 (Mon, Wed and Fri) 02:00 pm - 04:00 pm |
Aug 05 (Sat) 01:30 pm - 03:15 |
| SC45 | Jul 25, 27, Aug 1, 3, 8, 10 (Tue and Thu) 11:00 am - 01:00 pm |
Aug 12 (Sat) 10:30 am - 12:15 |
| SC46 | Jul 26, 27, 28, 31, Aug 1, 2 (Wed to Wed) 11:00 am - 01:00 pm |
Aug 05 (Sat) 10:30 am - 12:15 |
| SC47 | Aug 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10 (Thu to Thu) 09:00 am - 11:00 am |
Aug 12 (Sat) 08:30 am - 10:15 |
| SC48 | Aug 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23 (Mon, Tue and Wed) 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm |
Aug 26 (Sat) 03:30 pm - 05:15 |
Note that an Asterisk sign * is put besides the date to indidate the class will start and end 30 minutes eariler on that day.
Weekly Regular Cambridge Preparatory Courses
- Regular courses are arranged every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, student takes 1 hour class per lesson.
- Course Duration per module is 12 hours, so 3 months is needed for completing a module.
- Fees are collected in monthly basis. Course fee per 4 lessons is HK$1,400
- Total Course fee per module is HK$4,200
- Assessment will be arranged after student completing the course, assessment fee per module is HK$500
- HK$180 Registration Fee is required for new student
- Please refer to Regular Cambridge Preparatory Courses for latest schedule
Course Enrolment
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Complete Application Form:
- "Application Form" is available at our school, or you may download it from HERE (PDF format)
- Please complete the Application Form in ENGLISH using BLOCK LETTERS.
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Settle payment by:
- Crossed cheque and is made payable to "FUTUREKIDS".
- Transfer to our Heng Sang Bank account with a proof of transfer
- Cash (Please come to our center in-person)
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Send us the completed application form with the proof of payment through:
- mail to Flat A, 7 Floor, China Harbour Building, 370 King's Road, North Point, Hong Kong
- email to fkcorp@futurekids.com.hk
- WhatsApp to 54225884
- HK$180 Registration Fee is required for new student, which covers FUTUREKIDS passport and school folder.
Course Reservation
- Reservations can be done by contact us through phone, email or WhatsApp during the office hours.
- Confirmation by payment in full should be made within 7 days of the date the reservation.
School Fee Collection Policy
- All School fee shall be settled before the start of class.
- Upon payment of school fee, PAID Stamps with receipt number will be endorsed in the Student Passport as proof of payment.
- Upon entry of classroom, student should produce the Passport to Teacher showing the class student is going to attend was pre-paid. Student may not be allowed to enter classroom should the school fee is not paid more than two classes. Teacher will check and advise students to pay the school fee before entering the classroom.
- Student should buy the Student Passport in case of the passport is lost or it is fully stamped.
Class Arrangement for Typhoon and Rainstorm
| When signal(s)* is/are removed | Arrangement of Classes |
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| Before 6:30 am | All classes will be held as scheduled |
| Before 8:30 am | Classes starting from 10:30am will be held as scheduled |
| Before 10:30 am | Classes starting from 12:30pm will be held as scheduled |
| Before 12:30 pm | Classes starting from 2:30pm will be held as scheduled |
| Before 2:30 pm | Classes starting from 4:30pm will be held as scheduled |
| After 2:30 pm | All classes will be cancelled |
*Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above OR "Black" Rainstorm Warning Signal
- If any class is cancelled due to the the typhoon No. 8 or above / "Black" rainstorm warning signal hoisted, a make-up class will be arranged.
Make-Up Class or Assessment Policy
- Please contact us 3 working days on or before the scheduled class or assessment for applying make-up arrangement.
- We reserve the rights to reject any application after 3 working days and charge for the administration fee HK$200.
- Regular Class student could apply for make-up class once per month. Administration fee HK$200 will be charged for afterward application.
- Holiday Camp student could apply for make-up class once per course. Administration fee HK$200 will be charged for afterward application.
- Make-up date and time will be arranged according to our course or assessment schedule, the number of students and the availability of teachers. Please note that we cannot arrange make-up upon individual’s demand.
Others
- For GERNERAL ENQUIRES, please contact us during the Office hours.
- FUTUREKIDS reserves the right to make alterations regarding the details without prior notice.