About the Data Elements > Online Data Element Database Hierarchy Example
The following example of the instance "Address Type" provides an overview of how the data elements fit into the online data element database hierarchy.
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Student Handbook |
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Personal Information |
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(Describes what type of information is contained in this part of the domain.) |
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| Category |
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Address/Contact Information |
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(Describes a group of related data elements.) |
Information that can be used to direct communication to an individual, organization, or institution. | |
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0025 Address Type |
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(Includes name and definition of a unit of data that can be defined and measured.) | The type of address listed for an individual or organization. | |
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0123 Mailing address
0765 Physical location address 1073 Other home address 1074 Employer's address 1075 Employment address |
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(Gives recommended alternatives or responses for a data element; these options facilitate automated data processing.) |
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| Entity |
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Emergency Contact |
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