Course Overview

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1: General principles for MS XP OS and Office XP applications
- Mouse commands

- Keyboard shortcuts

- Getting help

- The ‘right tool for the job’

On completing this module you will be able to

- Use keyboard shortcuts to improve productivity

- Be aware of all the mouse functions

- Know when and where to look for help

2: Speed tips and tricks for MS Word

- Creating and applying styles

- Document automation

- Effective use of tables

- Mail merge

On completing this module you will be able to:

- Use automation techniques for routine tasks

- Use tables for complex document layouts or Web pages

- Set up a mail merge

3: Excel basics
- Basic data entry and data entry tricks

- Basic navigation and navigation tricks

- Understanding simple formulas

- Applying simple formats

- Copy and paste options

On completing this module you will be able to:

- Build a spreadsheet that includes numbers, text and formulas

- Navigate easily around a workbook

- Format the spreadsheet to improve visual impact

- Use copy and paste options to prepare Excel content

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4: Building a presentation

- Converting Word notes to a PowerPoint Presentation

- PowerPoint views

- Using slide layouts

- Working with tables and charts

- Importing graphics

- Using drawing tools Adding animations

- Setting defaults for text bullets and graphics

- Creating a *.pot file

On completing this module you will be able to:

- Create, save and share PowerPoint and Excel files

- Outline content in MS Word and send it to PowerPoint

- Apply a design template in PowerPoint

- Create and delivery a complete on-screen presentation

- Use PowerPoint tools to enhance the presentation

- Locate and edit slide masters

- Save a presentation as a template

5 Working with charts

- Editing charts in Excel and PowerPoint

- Creating and saving custom charts

On completing this module you will be able to:

- Create and edits a variety of charts in Excel and PowerPoint

- Use images in your charts

- Pick the right chart to display your data

- Describe the difference between charts in Excel and PowerPoint

6 Data management in Excel

- Finding and Filtering

- Sorting grouping and subtotaling

- Pivot tables and Pivot charts

- Naming ranges

- Using Lookup functions

On completing this module you will be able to:

- Manage lists of data in Excel

- Apply custom filters to your data

- Create group and outline views

- Master the use of pivot tables

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Part Three