Most jobs today require a working knowledge of certain computer skills. Employers seek and reward employees who can effectively send emails, create spreadsheets, manage databases, understand memory and network limitations, and recognize the function and features of modern computer components. Any job candidate who already possesses these skills will stand above those who do not.
This course is designed to provide the fundamental computer competencies you need to survive and prosper in today's fast-changing workplace. You will learn how to implement the powers of modern office software to work faster and more efficiently. This course will also focus on practical applications for software most common to the workplace. By the time you finish, you will have learned why employers consider technological literacy so critical to the success of any organization.
Dave Paquin has been teaching computer skills in the classroom for over 15 years. He holds a Master of Science in Training and Learning Technology and has extensive experience as a Human Resources manager.
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
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Lesson 1
Overview: The Workplace Technology Solution
Good computer skills are essential to your professional success. Examine how companies set up and use technology solutions.
Outlook: Email and Scheduling
Microsoft Outlook is one of the most widely used desktop email clients. Businesses of all sizes rely on Outlook to communicate internally and externally, schedule meetings, and manage contacts.
Word: Creating and Formatting Documents
Learn about word processors and practice new skills using Microsoft Word, the most frequently used software application in the workplace.
Word: More Advanced Formatting
Learn how to create and edit professional looking documents that are sure to impress your peers and your supervisor.
Excel: Spreadsheet Basics
Learn everything you need to know about using spreadsheets in the workplace, including formatting, organization, basic formulas, and data sorting.
Excel: Formatting, Charts, and Printing
Learn to provide easy-to-understand, accurate data with graphs that show trends, analyze past results, and predict future performance.
Access: Database Basics
Examine the parts of a database including data input, output, and maintenance with a particular focus on user interface.
PowerPoint: Creating and Editing a Presentation
PowerPoint is an important tool for creating presentations suitable for the work environment. Explore the best ways to create an effective presentation that includes the right mix of multimedia using PowerPoint.
Integrating Microsoft Office Programs
Learn how to combine information from Microsoft Excel and Access to create data lists and easily transfer the information from one to the other.
Using the Internet
This lesson covers the basics of using the Internet where you'll enjoy seeing how easy it is to find information that specifically meets your needs and interests.
Transferring and Protecting Data
In this lesson you will explore various methods for transferring information from one computer to another. You will learn different terms used to describe the volume of information—or size of a file—and then learn how to most effectively and efficiently move that data from place to place.
Putting Your Skills to Work
Identify ways to use your computer skills to find a new job or get a promotion within your current organization, and explore strategies for continued learning.
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