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Getting Started with Microsoft Excel
Course Overview
This one day course allows participants to become familiar with the Excel spreadsheet
software principles using Excel 2010/13, working with data, basic formula and charts.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System. A
familiarity of the Excel interface would be an advantage.
Course details
Spreadsheet structure
Understanding the components of a spreadsheet such as: cells, rows, columns, tabs and pages.
Navigating the ribbon
Using the Quick Access toolbar
Using Help
Page views and layout
Size, orientation, margins, page numbers, date and time
Entering and editing information
Clear cells and edit cell contents
Replicate data
Find and replace
Add and delete rows and columns
Store and retrieve information
Backstage view
File and folder management
Naming, saving, save as and finding saved spreadsheets
Summarise and interpret information
Totals and summary information
Sorting and display order
Judgment of when and how to use these methods
Functions and formulas
Simple arithmetic calculations using operators (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Common functions (e.g. sum, average, min, max)
The rules of BODMAS
Design of formulas to meet calculation requirements
Introduction to charts
Suitability of different charts types e.g. pie chart, bar chart, single line graph
Adding title, axis titles, legend
Formatting charts and graphs
Formatting cells
Numbers, currency, percentages, number of decimal places, font and alignment, borders and shading
Conditional formatting
Formatting rows and columns
Height, width, borders and shading
Check spreadsheet information
Check the accuracy of numbers, formulas and any text.
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Update and Refresh in Microsoft Excel
Course Overview
This one day course is designed for users who wish to update and refresh their knowledge in
the Excel application to become more confident and adept when selecting and applying
commands. There will be an opportunity to create spreadsheets incorporating basic
formulas, charts, applying editing and formatting techniques.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and have knowledge of working with
Microsoft Office Excel and Microsoft Windows Operating System.
Course detail
Excel Interface
Quick Access toolbar
Backstage view
Save and sharing options
The ribbon, tabs and groups
Contextual tabs and mini toolbar
Using pre-made templates
Workbooks
Refresh on structure of Worksheet
Whats new? (Excel 2010 / 2013)
Working with Workbook Window
Inserting new worksheets
Linking between worksheets
Renaming and colouring worksheets
Page setup, layout and printing
Display and page layout
Headers and footers
Page orientation
Print options
Open a new window within a workbook
Copying, moving data
Formatting and editing techniques
Formatting options
Date and time, currency
Cut, copy and paste special options
Wrap and merge cells
Find and replace
Sorting and filtering data
Working with hyperlinks
Applying conditional formatting
Freeze and hide columns and rows
Formulas and functions
Operators and basic formula (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Auto sum, average, min, max, if (count and sum)
Viewing and checking formulas
Introduction to charts
Building charts and Sparklines
Adjust chart design and layout
Resizing and moving charts
Time saving tips
Applying keyboard Shortcuts
Using Hot Keys
Using Help
Using paste special
Using the format painter
Add comments to a workbook
Replication using the fill handle
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Analysing your data in Microsoft Excel
Course Overview
This one day course is designed for users who want to use the software more efficiently to
analyse and visualise data.
Pre-requisites
Delegates must already be using Microsoft Excel to a relatively high standard as this course
is designed for the more advanced user.
Course details
Consolidating your information by linking and Data Consolidate
Using PivotTables and Pivot Charts
Data validation
Protecting cells, sheets and workbooks
Using lookup and error functions
Using conditional formatting
Creating simple macros (using record macro not writing VBA code)
Using and creating keyboard shortcuts
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Communicate, Organise, Prioritise in Microsoft
Outlook
Course Overview
During this one day course participants will be shown how to make the most of this very flexible
software to efficiently communicate with others, organise their day and prioritise their work.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard, Outlook interface, sending and receiving e-mails
and the Microsoft Windows Operating System.
Course detail
Course overview
Managing your Mailbox
Quick Access toolbar
Using backstage view
The ribbon, tabs and groups
Storing and locating messages
Working with folders
Flagging and setting reminders
Email security and Netiquette
Using the People Pane
Applying conditional formatting
Message delivery options
Working with conversations
Create and run rules
Using Quick Parts
The Four Ds
Using Quick Steps
Applying keyboard shortcuts
Create and modify contacts
Create contacts
Create contact groups
Create a secondary address book
Manage signatures
View settings
Adjusting view settings
Calendar
Creating appointments and events
Forwarding an appointment
Creating a meeting request
Responding to a meeting request
Update a meeting request
Manage recurring meetings
Set calendar options
Using Categories
Share your calendar
Working with multiple calendars
Calendar printing options
Tasks and to do lists
Create and monitor tasks
Assigning tasks
Managing task progression and completion
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Getting Started with Microsoft Word
Course overview
On completion of this course the participants will be able to enter, edit and combine text
and other information, such as pictures and shapes, into a word processing document. They
will be able to structure information and use Microsoft Word tools to format and edit their
documents.
Pre-requisites
It is essential that participants have a working knowledge of the Windows operating system
and a basic competency in the use of the keyboard.
Course detail
The Microsoft Word Interface
Navigating the ribbon
Using the Quick Access toolbar
Using Help
Page views and layout
Size, orientation, margins, inserting page numbers and date and time
File and folder management
Naming, saving, save as and finding saved documents
Using and saving templates
Editing documents
Understanding basic commands select, copy, cut, paste, undo, redo, drag and drop, find, replace, insert, delete, size, crop, position
Using spell check
Inserting borders and other graphic elements
Common keyboard shortcuts
Using print preview and printing documents
Creating tables
Inserting and deleting rows and columns, adjusting column width
Sorting
Formatting and presenting documents
Font style and size, colour, bold, underline and italic
Default settings for font style and paragraph formatting
Formatting paragraphs
Text alignment, bullets, numbering, line spacing, borders, shading, page numbering
Page layout
Creating letters
Page size, orientation, margins and page breaks
Tips to ensure accuracy and consistency in documents
Select and apply heading styles to documents
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Enhanced Microsoft Word
Course overview
This one ay course is for those who already have a working knowledge of the Microsoft
Word software and are already using it to a competent standard. On completion of this one
day course participants will have refreshed their word processing skills, as well as learned
new tips for making documents more professional and increasing their proficiency in the use
of the software.
Pre-requisites
It is a requirement that participants will already have a good working knowledge of
Microsoft Word.
Course detail
Editing techniques
Ensuring consistent company identity and branding by creating templates
Using and modifying templates
Using bookmarks and inserting hyperlinks
Audit and track changes, compare and merge documents
Saving documents in different formats (rtf, text, html)
Numbering and sub-numbering
Versions, storage and backup locations
Formatting techniques
Using graphics to professionalise documents
Insert, format, size, position, wrap, order and group images and objects
Changing default settings organisational font styles and paragraph settings
Inserting charts and linking to Microsoft Excel
Embedding Excel charts
Creating tables
Fixing row height and column width
Horizontal and vertical text alignment
Converting text to table
Merging and splitting cells
Repeat header rows
Creating booklets
Creating a table of contents
Using page and section breaks
Using columns and column breaks
Adjusting page set up for printing booklets
Quick tips
Using keyboard shortcuts, the contextual toolbar, the ribbon and the quick access toolbar
Automating routine tasks using auto text and autocorrect
Password protecting documents
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Streamline your Company Communications with
Microsoft Word
Course overview
This one day course is designed for delegates who would like to create a more professional
company image. Creating standardised letterheads, using templates and mail merging
communications.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should have competent keyboard skills and be familiar with Microsoft Word and
Microsoft Windows Operating System.
Course detail
Creating heading styles
Designing themes
Creating and using templates
Mail merge to letters, labels and envelopes
Mail merge to e-mail
Using logos and images
Using web layout
Tracking changes
Creating and using shortcuts
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Editing Long Documents in Microsoft Word 2013
Course overview
This one day course is designed for delegates who would like to feel more confident when
formatting, editing and updating longer documents.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with Microsoft Word, the keyboard and the Microsoft Windows
Operating System.
Course detail
Inserting a table of contents
Using paste special
Ensuring consistency throughout your document
Paragraph spacing
Line spacing
Saving versions
Using styles, headings and sub headings
Using footnotes and endnotes
Hyperlinking to external data sources
Changing page orientation within a document
Inserting a cover page
Page numbering
Consistent number formatting
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Getting Started with Microsoft PowerPoint
Course overview This course one day course will provide the delegates with the knowledge and understanding of how to produce simple but effective presentations which include images and sound. The course includes software tools and techniques to structure, edit, format and prepare slides for presentation.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System. Familiarity of the PowerPoint interface would be an advantage.
Course detail
Using PowerPoint efficiently
Navigating the ribbon
Backstage view (PowerPoint 2010/13)
Using the Quick Access toolbar
Using Help
Saving, locating and retrieving files
Different uses for Microsoft PowerPoint
Understanding slide structure
Using slide layouts
Inserting text, numbers, images, graphics and sound
Use existing templates, designs and styles
Organisational guidelines
Understanding copyright law e.g. on music downloads or use of other peoples images
Edit slides
Drag and drop, find, replace, undo and redo, size, crop and position objects
Wrap text, add lines and simple shapes
Use of text boxes
Combine images, charts or tables with text by inserting, re-sizing and positioning
Text alignment and formatting
Inserting charts and diagrams
Check grammar and spelling
Insert a screenshot or screen clipping
Format slides
Bullets, numbering, line spacing, alignment, colour, fonts, size, and backgrounds
Apply and change themes
Viewing and printing slides
Adding slide transitions
Printing slides and hand-outs
Using speaker notes
Changing slide orientation
Changing the slide order
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Enhanced PowerPoint
Course overview
This one day course is designed for delegates who would like to use some more advanced
features in PowerPoint 2010/2013. Delegates will have the opportunity to create their own
presentation (time permitting).
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with Microsoft PowerPoint, the keyboard and Microsoft
Windows Operating System.
Course detail
PowerPoint styles
Themes and colour schemes
Bullet levels
Applying a background
The slide master
Templates
Using an existing template
Creating a template
Editing content
Inserting text from other sources
Find and replace data
PowerPoint objects
Inserting online pictures
Objects on slide master
Formatting a picture
Tables
Inserting charts
Adjusting a presentation
Changing slide order
Hiding slides
Hyperlinks
Using built-in animation
Setting up a slide show
Adding sound
Inserting video
Applying slide transitions
Adding narration
Saving, printing and editing tools
Using speakers notes
Summary slide
Spell checking
Proof reading
Printing slides and presentations
Saving as a PowerPoint Show
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Database Principles using Microsoft Access
Course Overview
This one day course allows the participants to become familiar with the Microsoft Access
software using Access 2010. The course will demonstrate the principles of database design
and how to set up and use non-relational database tables.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System. A
familiarity of Microsoft Access would be an advantage.
Course detail
Understand the components of a database design
How data is structured in a single table non-relational database
Create and modify database tables using a range of field types
Add, amend and delete fields
Ensuring data entry meets needs
Understanding field characteristics
Understanding Data type, field names, field size, format, and primary key validation
Data validation
Queries and searches
Routine queries to find specific information
Using wildcards
Forms
Creating forms to enter, edit and organise data in a database
Alphanumeric sorting and filtering
Database reports
Plan and produce database reports from a single table non-relational database
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Update and Refresh with Microsoft Publisher 2013
Course overview
This one day course allows participants to become familiar with Microsoft Publisher, working
with text, images and shapes. Delegates will understand how to use different page formats
and adapt pre-made templates, as well as create their own publication.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System. A
familiarity of Microsoft Publisher would be an advantage.
Course detail
Designing publications
Identifying page designs and layout requirements
Templates, house styles, branding, styles, colours and font schemes
Existing styles and schemes for font (typeface), size, orientation, colour and alignment
Using appropriate page design and layout for publications in line with organisational guidelines
Inserting information for editing and formatting
Organising and combining information of different types or different sources
Organising information, size, white space, columns, consistency, orientation
Inserting text, images and graphics
Editing and formatting techniques
Identify what editing and formatting to use for the publication
Using techniques to edit publications and format text
Drag and drop, find and replace, undo redo, size, use layout guides
Control text flow within single and multiple columns and pages, in columns,
around images and graphic elements, between pages
Check publication and making corrections as necessary spell check; grammar check, completeness, accuracy, orientation, layout, text alignment and formatting
Shapes and graphic elements
Images; inserting, sizing and positioning images, text wrap
Shapes order, grouping shapes: images, text, graphic elements (e.g. borders, lines, panels, shading, logos)
Manipulate images and graphic elements accurately size, crop and position, maintain proportion, using borders
Saving and retrieving publications
Storing and retrieving publication files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available e.g. create, name, open, save, save as, print, close, find
Understanding Copyright
Identify copyright constraints on using others information, acknowledgment of sources, avoiding plagiarism, permissions
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Getting Started with Adobe InDesign
Course Overview
This one day course allows the participants to become familiar with the Adobe InDesign
software principles using InDesign Creative Cloud. This course is ideally stretched over two
days however a condensed version can be completed in just one day.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System. A
familiarity of the InDesign interface would be an advantage.
Pre-requisites
Document Setup
Allowing for bleed
Typing and inserting text
Glyphs (symbol characters)
Character formatting
Paragraph formatting
Tabs and indents
Bullets
Paragraph styles
Working with columns
Linking text frames
Text frame attributes
Adding tables
Placing images
Image manipulation
Clipping paths
Image effects
Text wrapping
Adding borders and inset
Working with colour
Applying gradients
Adding pages
Master pages
Page numbering
Section numbering
Printing a booklet
Creating Custom/Folded Documents
Links and embedding
Preflight and package
Converting to PDF
Creating templates
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Advanced Level Adobe InDesign
Course Overview
This one day course has been designed to maximise your use of Adobe InDesign and make
using the software as efficient as possible.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System and
have a familiarity of the InDesign interface. Attending our previous Adobe InDesign course
would be an advantage.
Course details
Document setup
Using master text frames
Advanced typography
Custom bullet text
Nested styles
Creating a table of contents
Using the baseline grid
Working with columns
Typography preferences
Linking to text files
Ignoring text wrap
Placing multiple images
Anchored images
Using clipping paths
Using the page tool
Reusing pages
Multiple master pages
Using smart guides
Align and distribute objects
Basic shaping
Custom shapes with Pathfinder
Typing along a path
Creating outlines of text
Working with object styles
Setting up default styles
Creating default swatches
Using data merge
Using the book command
Creating forms
Using hyperlinks
Including video clips
Exporting as SWF
Interactive PDFs
Creating an eBook
Publishing online
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator
Course Overview
This one day course has been designed to maximise your use of Adobe Illustrator and make
using the software as effective as possible.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System and
familiarity with the Windows interface is recommended.
Course details
Overview of the interface
Understanding Vector vs Bitmap
Setting up the Artboard
Basic shaping
Understanding Bezier drawing
Merging using Pathfinder
Applying fills
Colour / gradients / patterns
Using the mesh tool
Using clipping masks
Applying transparency
Line styling
Using the cutting tools
Outlining strokes
Using offset path
Distorting and perspective
Enveloping objects
Working with text
Text effects
Adding columns
Text wrap
Placing images
Selecting objects
Graphic styles
Understanding layers
Hiding and locking layers
Using symbols
Using the symbol sprayer
3D Extrude
3D Revolve
Mapping artwork
Understanding Live Paint
Tracing images
Saving and exporting to PDF
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Advanced Level Adobe Illustrator
Course Overview
This one day course has been designed to maximise your use of Adobe Illustrator and make
using the software as effective as possible.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System and
familiarity of the Illustrator interface is essential. Attending a previous Illustrator course is
ideal.
Course details
Overview of the basics
Understanding Vector vs Bitmap
Advanced Bezier drawing
Further Pathfinder options
Outline and offset paths
Joining paths
Adding multiple strokes
Graphic styles
Overview of fills
Adding multiple fills
Transforming patterns
Setting colour themes
Blending shapes
Blending along paths
Using brushes
Creating custom brushes
Using the perspective grid
Setting up a custom grid
Using smart guides
Align and distributing objects
Working with multiple artboards
Creating graphs
Saving for InDesign / MS / Web
Saving templates
Recap of live paint
Further image tracing
Customised workshop and examples
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Getting Started with Adobe Photoshop
Course Overview
This one day course allows the participants to become familiar with the Adobe Photoshop
software principles using Photoshop Creative Cloud. This Course is ideally stretched over two
days however a cut down version can be completed in just one day.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System. A
familiarity of the Photoshop interface would be an advantage.
Course details
Overview of the interface
Cropping and rotating
Colour modes
Resizing an image
Setting the DPI to 300
Understanding file formats
Enhancing images
Using levels and curves
Hue and saturation
Using dodge and burn tools
Editing an image
Using the clone tool
Healing and patch tools
Using content aware
Removing redeye
Selecting areas
Lasso and wand tools
Modifying a selection
Removing backgrounds
Using the magic eraser tool
Refining selection edges
Replacing colour
Understanding the history brush
Creating a b/w image
Adding colour to a b/w image
Understanding layers
Adding text layers
Applying layer effects
Transforming layers
Layer masks by brushing
Layer masks from selections
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day
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Advanced Level Adobe Photoshop
Course Overview
This one day course has been designed to maximise your use of Adobe Photoshop and make using
the software as effective as possible.
Pre-requisites
Delegates should be familiar with the keyboard and Microsoft Windows Operating System and
have a familiarity of the Photoshop interface. Attending our previous Adobe Photoshop course
would be an advantage.
Course details
Creating a new canvas
Further image enhancing
Using the touch-up tools
Understanding channels
Saving selections
Using clipping paths
Using the quick mask mode
Refining selection edges
Further content aware
History and using history brush
Creating snapshots
Advanced layering
Layer perspective
Locking transparency
Layer masking
Using adjustment layers
Clipping layers together
Understanding smart objects
Using the creative painting tools
Examining the filters
Useful tips and tricks
Creating popular effects
Automate repetitive tasks
Using actions
Creating droplets
Using bridge
* There may be some flexibility in content according to the audience on the day