SESSION 17 Guidance for the computer-based TCT

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SESSION 17Guidance for the computer-based TCT
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We want you to pass

• Honestly, we do not write assessments with the
  aim of tricking you.
• We want you to demonstrate that you have
  understood and can apply the knowledge in a
  practical setting.
• This TCT is important as it demonstrates that you
  have all learned the practical aspects of
  databases.
• I would expect everyone to pass who has applied
  themselves and attended.

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Main pitfalls

• Most students who have regularly attended and
  have tried the mock TCT pass with no problem.
• Some have problems with time management and
  spending too long on something thats not
  working- you should move on and try to get marks
  from the questions following the tricky question.

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Syntax

• Try to practice the common input masks and
  validation syntax as it easy to forget the exact
  syntax under test conditions

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Complete the tutorials

• If you have missed any tutorials you must catch
  up.
• If you have worked together in tutorials and one
  of you has not really understood the concepts
  then this will show in the test.
• You can revise together, try setting each other
  tasks-you will find that explaining a concept to
  one of your peers is excellent at firming up your
  understanding
• The best way to learn something is to teach it!!

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Follow the instructions

• Make sure you read the instructions and complete
  all parts.
• Make sure the database has been saved initially
  on a floppy disk. If you work on the hard drive
  then forget to copy it onto the floppy, the
  markers may receive an empty disk.
• Access saves everything as an object (form or
  table e.g.) is closed, therefore be very careful
  with changes and not closing the forms before you
  are ready.