Preparing SpirALS for the first time

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When using SpirALS for the first time, prepare the database by following the process below; 'Starting from Scratch' and click on the links to view related information and help.

 

Or refer to the 'SpirALS Preparation Guide' PDF file available from Midas Systems (though the website if you are a SpirALS user). Contact us is you would like this document e-mailing to you.

 

Sample Data: Getting to Know SpirALS

 

Before working with college data, explore SpirALS using the sample data file provided - 'Previewdata.mdb'

 

1.Install SpirALS
2.Log in
3.Open Previewdata.mdb
4.Explore!

 

Preparing for Live Data: Starting from Scratch

 

1.Set up the SpirALS DataLink (if required)
2.Install SpirALS
3.Open your first real college data file
4.Enter your college as the default support provider
5.Enter college details and user preferences
6.Enter background information
7.Enter ALS rates
8.Assign rates to staff
9.Enter student details
10.Enter support cost records