it1 spreadsheets nec 2000

How do you analyse numerical data? Do you want to be able to sort data, use formulae to make calculations and display data as eye catching and informative charts? If you do, being able to use spreadsheets is the key. Spreadsheets are powerful tools enabling you to present and manipulate numerical data in a variety of ways.

it1 spreadsheets nec 2000- uk (England, Scotland, Wales)

This course will help you build upon your basic computer skills and get started using Microsoft Excel, the market leading spreadsheet software package. This course concentrates on introducing you to the features of spreadsheets. It will enable you to create, edit and print them. You will be shown how to enter text, numbers and formulae, how to format the cells within spreadsheets, copy and paste and replicate and sort data. In addition you will be shown how to view and print formulae.

The course consists of a workbook, a CD-ROM and downloadable Consolidation Assignments. You can tackle the various skills in individual short sections or in groups depending on what you are most comfortable with. Practice makes perfect, so your new found skills will be reinforced by regular consolidation exercises found in the workbook and by assignments. To ensure you gain the best possible benefit from this course you will receive feedback on your three consolidation assignments from your tutor. The course has been designed for learners with Microsoft Excel 2000, but learners with Microsoft Excel 97 should have no problems following the course.
On completion of this course you should be able to:
Identify and use spreadsheet software correctly.
Enter and edit data accurately.
Insert, replicate and format arithmetical formulae.
Use common numerical formatting and alignment.
Manage and print spreadsheet documents.

Previous experience required:
The course assumes the learner can use windows, menus and dialogue boxes, enter text and use the keyboard.

Northern Ireland and Ireland it1 spreadsheets nec 2000