Excel 2007 for Beginners (self-paced)

Beginners

[Excel 2003 also available - see note below]

This self-paced hands-on course gives an introduction to spreadsheets, databases and charting using Excel 2007. There is emphasis on short cuts and other efficient ways of working.

The course is aimed at beginners - no previous knowledge or experience is assumed, but it can also be attended by those who wish to practise under supervision.

Number of sessions: 3

• Entering and amending information
• Formatting, copying and moving cell contents
• Using formulae and functions
• Relative and absolute references
• Creating and manipulating simple databases
• Sorting and filtering
• Creating and amending charts

Self-paced hands-on, working from a workbook.

• Participants work at their own pace using a workbook containing notes and exercises.
• Most participants will complete the material in the three timetabled sessions during which help and advice are available. However, the length of time taken will vary according to previous experience, so the facilities will remain available for informal use for a further week after the formal sessions; alternatively the course files can be copied to a floppy disk or memory stick (not supplied) so that the exercises can be completed on other machines.
• Excel 2003 is also available for those who would prefer this version. When booking please specify "Excel 2003" in the "Additional info" section and remind the instructor at the start of the course.
• Downloadable workbook and exercise files
• This course is also available as a self-instruction pack from Computing Service Sales; there are also instructor-led and other self-teach courses on Excel.

Three two-hour sessions.

• Basic Skills
• Spreadsheets