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ICADBS403A
Create basic databases

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to database or web designers who need to create a simple database to store information for an online application using a simple entity relational database.

This unit should be used in conjunction with other substantiating units, such as ICAPRG425A Use structured query language for the deployment of a database.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design a database to meet a specification.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement but users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

research client requirements for a database solution

design a database that meets client requirements

create a database on a web hosting service to meet client requirements by a due date.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

database

database-management system

internet

software for creating ER diagrams

software-development environment

server

web browsers

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

modified equipment for people with special needs.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

verbal or written questioning to identify knowledge of database design and implementation

direct observation of database design and creation

review of a directed project with specified client requirements.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.

In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

analytical skills to:

analyse the requirements for the project

develop and design a database algorithm to match client requirements

communication skills to:

liaise with the client

understand client requirements

initiative and enterprise skills to:

create a database on a hosted service

research hosting requirements of the database

literacy skills to:

create the necessary documentation to document code

write end user documentation

planning and organisational skills to:

deliver a product that responds to client requirements

deliver the product by the due date

problem-solving skills to:

deliver a robust solution to a specific database requirement

translate an ER diagram to a database.

Required knowledge

basic knowledge of open platforms, including browsers and databases

creation of entities, attributes and populating fields using both software solutions and script based input

data-modelling techniques to design a database

database design, modelling and implementation

internet operation related to web servers and clients

naming conventions

security restrictions on servers, incorporating some theoretical concepts

best practice communication and accessibility for audiences with special needs.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Documentation may include:

audit trails

International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and Australian Standards (AS) standards

naming standards

project-management templates

report-writing protocols

version control.

Appropriate person may include:

authorised business representative

client

supervisor.

Language may include:

Access

Informix

Microsoft Structured Query Language (MS SQL)

MySQL

Oracle

Postgre Structured Query Language (Postgre SQL)

Sybase.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Determine the information that the database is required to hold 
Develop a written requirement report for the functionality of the database 
Complete documentation and submit to appropriate person for approval 
Design an entity-relationship (ER) diagram to model the relationships between the entities and attributes the database will hold 
Develop the primary and foreign keys to link the entities 
Develop a data dictionary 
Complete documentation and submit to appropriate person for approval 
Use the appropriate language on a web or database server to create one or more databases 
Use the appropriate language on a web or database server to create tables 
Populate the database fields 
Test the database on the web or database server 
Ensure that the information represented matches the requirements 

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