Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheet) course details:
Start Date:
11th May 2011
Venue: The Institute
Course Code:
 110 Course Days : Wed
Course Level:
Duration : 8 weeks
Course Fees:
( GBP = £  )
 GBP110.00
Start Time : 18:30
End Time : 20:30
Course Description:
A spreadsheet is an easy and quick way to keep a record of your household expenses or investments, business expenses and stock and sales records. You can use it to work out your VAT or keep a running balance of your bank account. On this course you will learn all the skills needed to use spreadsheets for home or business use. You will need word processing skills to join. With one click, let the computer perform simple mathematical formulas - analyse and display the totals. See how when you modify one figure, the computer will automatically re-calculate the totals and how you can reproduce these figures year after year.
Pre Entry Requirements :
Word Processing
What topics will we cover?
• Create, open and save spreadsheet • Insert text • Edit text • Use simple formulae • Use in-built functions (sum, average, maximum, automatically fill in numbers, automatically sequence days of the week or months of the year) • Format spreadsheet o Currency o Decimal points o Colour o Bold, underline and italics • Pa
By the end of this course what will I be able to do?
Work out your profit or loss and VAT returns.
Is the course accredited? Does it lead to a qualification?
No
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Pair and group work, observation, hands–on practical exercises and demonstrations.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Pen and paper
Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?
No
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
L1 Book-keeping and Accounts
Who can I contact for further information?
Please send an e-mail to barbara.groves@hgsi.ac.uk
Department:
Business, Computing & ICT
Tutor Name : tbc
Enrolment Status :
 Active
What feedback will I get?
You will receive regular feedback during the course from your tutor and you will discuss and agree an individual learning plan which sets out your goals and what you hope to achieve from the course
How will I be able to give my views and feedback on the course?
You will have the opportunity to give formal feedback on the course and teaching methods. We take this feedback very seriously and use it for planning and teacher development
How do I find out if I can get support for my learning?
The Institute welcomes applications from students who have a disability or learning difficulty.
Please contact our Student Support Officer who will be able to give you advice: frank.keane@hgsi.ac.uk.
Please note that both our main building at 11 High Road and The Arts Centre have lifts and wheelchair access but this does not apply to all buildings that we use
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